Abu Dhabi, June 26 -- The United Arab Emirates' Ministry of Interior (MOI) confirmed there was no security threat after issuing and then withdrawing an emergency missile alert sent to residents across the country on Friday, June 26.

The initial public safety alert stated: "Due to current situation, potential missile threats, immediately seek a safe place in the closest secure building, steer away from windows, doors and open areas. Await further instructions."

Just over two minutes later, the ministry issued an all-clear notification, saying: "Thank you for your cooperation. We reassure you that the situation is currently safe. You may resume your normal activities while continuing to remain cautious and take the necessary precautions, ...