DUBAI, March 16, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - The United Arab Emirates' air defence systems were intercepting Iranian missiles and drones on Monday, the Gulf nation's defence ministry said.

"UAE air defences are currently responding to incoming missile and drone threats from Iran," the UAE Ministry of Defence posted on X.

Earlier, Dubai authorities said a "drone-related incident" had sparked a fire near the airport and flights had been temporarily suspended.