The conflict in West Asia continues to escalate as Iran intensifies retaliatory strikes against US-linked targets in the Gulf region amid ongoing attacks by the United States and Israel. In a fresh incident on Friday, Iran launched missile strikes targeting a gas facility in Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates.
According to the Abu Dhabi Media Office, the UAE’s air defence systems successfully intercepted the missiles before impact. However, falling debris from the intercepted projectiles injured at least 12 people on the ground. Emergency teams were promptly deployed to the site, and relief measures were initiated.
Officials confirmed that the injured include five Indian nationals and six Nepali citizens, all of whom have been shifted to nearby hospitals for treatment. Authorities stated that the condition of the injured is being monitored, while rescue and safety operations continue in the affected area.
This marks the second such incident in recent days. On March 26, missile debris had fallen in the Sweihan area of Abu Dhabi, resulting in the deaths of two individuals—one Indian and one Pakistani national—raising concerns over civilian safety amid the growing regional tensions.
Meanwhile, Iran also carried out drone strikes on the Mina Al-Ahmadi refinery in Kuwait, a key oil processing facility. The attack triggered a major fire, which was later contained by firefighting teams. The Kuwait Petroleum Corporation confirmed that no casualties were reported, but the incident highlights the strategic targeting of critical energy infrastructure as the conflict deepens.