Watch: Moment of drone strike close to Dubai Airport

Watch: Drone Strike Near Dubai International Airport

A drone strike occurred in proximity to Dubai International Airport, as captured by a witness’s video confirmed by the BBC. The impact site is unclear but likely near concourse A. The airport initially halted operations but later resumed flights partially. The UK Government urged British citizens to “shelter in place and register your presence” amid suspended flights until more information is available.

Regional Conflict Escalates

Strikes on Iran’s capital, Tehran, continue following US and Israeli attacks launched on February 28th. Explosions and rising smoke were observed in Beirut after Israel targeted Hezbollah sites. Meanwhile, at least nine individuals and 27 others were injured in a missile attack on Beit Shemesh, Israel.

After Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s death during a US-Israel assault on Saturday, celebrations erupted in multiple cities. Iran retaliated with attacks across the Middle East, as Gulf nations like Qatar, the UAE, Kuwait, Bahrain, and Jordan intercepted missiles targeting US military installations on their soil.

BBC Correspondents on the Ground

While reporting live from Jerusalem, BBC’s John Donnison alerted to emergency signals. A British woman detained by Iran described the struggle to stay hopeful in prison, hours before her and her husband received 10-year espionage sentences. Lyse Doucet, returning to Iran after the suppression of nationwide protests, noted the lingering emotional toll on the population.

BBC Middle East correspondent Hugo Bachega covered the Iranian-Armenian border, where internet disruptions persist post-protest violence. He emphasized the sustained call for resistance against Iran’s authoritarian rule. Relatives of Erfan Soltani, detained last week, shared via BBC Persian that he faces execution on Wednesday.

Ongoing Impact in Iran

BBC Verify analyzed footage from a Tehran mortuary, revealing multiple bodies, which may offer insights into the country’s current situation. More aid has reached Gaza since the ceasefire began three months ago, though the UN claims it remains insufficient. Kurdish-controlled facilities reportedly house approximately 8,000 suspected IS prisoners and 34,000 family members in surrounding camps.