India, May 10 -- The Ministry of Defence issued a statement on Sunday, May 10, announcing that UAE air defence systems intercepted two drones launched by Iran.

The ministry also stated that no injuries were caused by the two drones. Such Iranian aggression is linked to the ongoing tensions between the US and Iran, as Iran has been targeting neighbouring countries that host US bases. These attacks have been ongoing since the end of February and continue despite ceasefire efforts between the nations.

Since the beginning of these attacks, the UAE's defence system has intercepted 551 ballistic missiles, 29 cruise missiles, and 2,265 drones. Two people were martyred in these attacks, in addition to a Moroccan civilian contractor working with...