Middle East war: 5 Indians injured in fire after missile interception in Abu Dhabi

Middle East war: 5 Indians injured in fire after missile interception in Abu Dhabi

Five Indian nationals were injured when debris fell following the interception of a ballistic missile near the Khalifa Economic Zone Abu Dhabi (KEZAD) in the United Arab Emirates on Saturday.According to the Abu Dhabi Media Office the incident occurred in the vicinity of Kejad when air defense systems successfully intercepted the incoming missile, which caused debris to fall in the area.Authorities confirmed that five people were injured in the aftermath, suffering minor to moderate injuries.

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“As part of the ongoing follow-up to a previously reported incident caused by falling debris following the successful interception of a ballistic missile by air defense systems in the vicinity of Khalifa Economic Zone Abu Dhabi – Kezad, authorities have confirmed that five persons of Indian nationality have sustained moderate to minor injuries as a result of this incident,” the statement said.Officials urged the public to rely only on verified information and avoid spreading rumours. “The public is advised to seek information only from official sources and avoid spreading rumors or unverified information,” the statement said.No further details about the condition of the injured or additional damage were immediately available.

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