Iranian drones hit near Dubai International Airport, wounding 4 people, though flights continue

ADDS CAUSE OF BLACK SMOKE IN THE BACKGROUND.- A plume of smoke caused by an Iranian strike is seen in the background as Emirates planes are parked at Dubai International Airport after its closure in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Sunday, March 1, 2026. AP/PTI(AP03_01_2026_000447B)

Dubai, Mar 11 (AP) Two Iranian drones hit near Dubai International Airport on Wednesday, wounding four people, though flights continue, authorities said.

The Dubai Media Office, which issues statements on behalf of the city-state’s government, said the attack caused “minor injuries to two Ghanaian nationals and one Bangladeshi national, and moderate injuries to one Indian national.” It said flights continued.

Dubai International Airport, home to the long-haul carrier Emirates, is the world’s busiest for international travel. Authorities have been trying to build up their flight schedule, though the airport has been targeted in the war. (AP) SKS SKS

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