Abu Dhabi, March 29 -- The United Arab Emirates on Sunday said that its air defence systems successfully intercepted 16 ballistic missiles and 42 unmanned aerial vehicles, launched from Iran.

According to an official statement shared by the UAE Ministry of Defence, "The UAE air defences engaged 16 ballistic missiles and 42 UAVs launched from Iran."

Providing a broader operational update, the Ministry stated, "Since the onset of the blatant Iranian aggression, UAE air defences have engaged 414 ballistic missiles, 15 cruise missiles and 1914 UAVs."

The Ministry confirmed, "The attacks resulted in the martyrdom of two armed forces members while performing their national duty, along with a civilian contractor, and 8 fatalities."

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