Nigeria, March 1 -- Dubai's major international airport was damaged following attacks from Iranian missiles targeting US interests, authorities in Dubai confirmed on Sunday.

According to the Dubai Media Office, emergency response teams were immediately deployed, and the situation was brought under control.

"Dubai Airports confirms that a concourse at Dubai International (DXB) sustained minor damage in an incident, which was quickly contained," the statement said, adding that emergency teams were managing the situation in coordination with relevant authorities.

Four airport workers sustained injuries and received prompt medical attention, officials said.

Due to contingency measures already in place, most terminals had been cleared of p...