UAE says it detected 2 missiles fired from Iran; both fell into water

The United Arab Emirates reported that it detected two missiles fired from Iran, both of which landed in water. This was the first missile alert in several months, following false alarms earlier in the year.

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Philadelphia InquirerLean Left· Aug 18, 2026

Emitari Defense Ministry says two missiles fired from Iran toward the UAE landed in the water off its coast

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