Abu Dhabi, March 14 -- The United Arab Emirates' air defence systems intercepted nine ballistic missiles and 33 unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) launched from Iran on Saturday, the UAE Ministry of Defence said.

In a post on X, the ministry said the interceptions were carried out as part of ongoing defensive operations amid the escalating regional conflict.

"UAE air defence systems on 14th March engaged 9 ballistic missiles and 33 UAVs launched from Iran," the ministry stated.

It added that since the onset of what it described as Iranian aggression, the country's air defence systems have intercepted a total of 294 ballistic missiles, 15 cruise missiles and 1,600 UAVs launched from Iran.

According to the ministry, the attacks have result...