Emirates airlines announced that it will operate a limited schedule after 10am (06:00 GMT) today.
This statement comes after the Dubai airport was temporarily closed and all flight operations were suspended after a drone hit a fuel tank and set it on fire.
All flights to and from Dubai have been temporarily suspended.Please do not go to the airport.Emirates will share updates when available.
We would like to thank our customers for their understanding and patience.The safety of our passengers and crew is our highest priority…pic.twitter.com/m5eIloT2wk
The UAE Ministry of Defence said its air defence systems are responding to incoming missile and drone threats from Iran.
"The sounds heard in parts of the country were caused by air defence systems intercepting the projectiles," the ministry said in a statement.
It did not immediately provide further details on any damage or casualties.
Air defense systems are currently responding to a missile threat.
Please remain in a safe location and follow official channels for warnings and updates.pic.twitter.com/BNHRYDBpGd
The Saudi Ministry of Defence said that they intercepted three waves of drones in the eastern side of the country.
The Ministry said 12 were destroyed in the latest wave, while six were shot down before that.
Another five were intercepted earlier.The report comes after the ministry reported intercepting 37 drones in the early hours of the morning.
Dubai Airports announces the diversion of some flights from Dubai International Airport (DXB) to Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).
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