Defense Industry Europe
Iranian ballistic missiles targeted Al Dhafra Air Base in the United Arab Emirates, according to preliminary regional reports, with air defenses intercepting incoming threats near Abu Dhabi. The base hosts the United States Air Force’s 380th Expeditionary Wing and supports American air operations across the Middle East.
The reported strike comes amid escalating military exchanges in the region, as Iran expands retaliatory actions against locations hosting U.S. forces following earlier U.S. and Israeli operations targeting Iranian facilities. Regional sources said the attempted attack occurred as part of broader Iranian strikes on American military installations.
Initial information indicated that the missiles were launched toward Al Dhafra Air Base, a major operational hub for U.S. forces. The installation supports reconnaissance, aerial refueling, and combat-support aircraft critical to regional missions.
Subsequent reports stated that a Terminal High Altitude Area Defense system deployed in the United Arab Emirates intercepted two incoming ballistic missiles over Abu Dhabi. Photographs circulating afterward showed interceptor launches and midair flashes consistent with a THAAD engagement.