India, March 13 -- Explosions were reported in central Dubai on Friday after an aerial threat was intercepted near the city's financial district, amid a wider wave of Iranian drone and missile attacks across Gulf countries.

According to a report by Turkiye Today, an Iranian drone struck near the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), one of the Middle East's most prominent financial hubs. The outlet reported that a large plume of smoke was seen rising over central Dubai following the incident.

The Dubai Government Media Office said debris from a successful aerial interception caused minor damage to a building facade in the area. In a statement, the office said: "Authorities confirm that debris from a successful interception caused...