The UAE has revealed the names of six people killed in Iran’s ongoing missile and drone strikes, putting the focus on the humanitarian impact as the conflict enters its third week and thousands of air strikes averted.
Six identified, death toll reaches eight
Eight people have been killed since the attacks began on February 28, including two armed forces personnel who lost their lives in the line of national duty.The UAE has revealed the identities of six expatriates among the dead:
- Alaa Nader Awni from the State of Palestine
- Mureeb Zaman Nizar from Islamic Republic of Pakistan
- Muzaffar Ali Ghulam from Islamic Republic of Pakistan
- Ismail Salim Khan from Islamic Republic of Pakistan
- Ahmed Ali from the People’s Republic
bangladesh - Dibas Shrestha from the Federal Democratic Republic
Nepal
Many others were injured in the attacks, wishing them a speedy and full recovery.
More than 2,000 missiles and drones were intercepted in 18 days
These attacks have continued for 18 consecutive days, during which the UAE has faced more than 2,000 air threats.Air defense systems were intercepted:
- 314 ballistic missiles
- 15 cruise missiles
- 1,672 drones
Targets included airports, residential neighborhoods and other civilian sites, indicating the breadth of the attack beyond military infrastructure.
Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Expresses condolences, condemns attacks
His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, expressed his sincere condolences and deep sympathy to the families of the victims.He also expressed condolences to the State of Palestine, the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, the People’s Republic of Bangladesh and the Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal.The attacks were described as unprovoked, with continued missile and drone attacks being described as a violation of the UAE’s sovereignty and a threat to regional and international stability.The increase has attracted global attention, including UN Security Council Resolution 2817, co-sponsored by 136 UN member states. The resolution calls for an immediate and unconditional halt to the attacks and holds Iran responsible for the damage affecting the Gulf states and the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan.
UAE signals readiness and authority to respond
Sheikh Abdullah said the UAE reserves the right to take all necessary measures to protect its sovereignty, national security and territorial integrity, in line with the right to self-defense under international law.He stressed that the national authorities are fully prepared to deal with any threat, their readiness level is at the highest level. Despite ongoing attacks, the overall security situation across the country remains stable, supported by established institutional frameworks and professional standards.He also acknowledged the support and solidarity expressed by more than 130 countries, calling it a reflection of international confidence in the UAE’s diplomatic position and long-term commitment to regional and global stability.