India, Aug. 18 -- Dubai residents receive missile alert for the first time in weeks amid tensions in West Asia due to the US-Iran war. The UAE's defence ministry said its air defence systems detected a missile threat on Tuesday, according to a post by the ministry on X.

"UAE Air Defence Systems have detected a missile threat directed towards the country. Kindly follow warnings and updates issued through official channels," the post read. An emergency alert was also received by residents of Dubai.

The ministry clarified that any sounds heard are the result of air defence interceptions.

"The Ministry of Defence affirms its full readiness to respond to any threat and safeguard the UAE's sovereignty, security, and stability," the statement...