Three people, including a Bangladeshi national, were killed and 58 others injured in the United Arab Emirates since the launch of Iranian attacks on February 28, the UAE Ministry of Defence said on Sunday.

The casualties include individuals of Emirati, Egyptian, Ethiopian, Filipino, Pakistani, Iranian, Indian, Bangladeshi, Sri Lankan, Azerbaijani, Yemeni, Ugandan, Eritrean, Lebanese and Afghan nationalities.

According to the ministry, the country’s air force and air defence systems have intercepted 165 ballistic missiles, two cruise missiles and 541 Iranian drones since the beginning of the assault on February 28, 2026.

On the second day of the attack, armed forces shot down 20 ballistic missiles, while eight others fell into the sea. Two cruise missiles and 311 drones were also destroyed, although 21 drones managed to hit civilian sites, demonstrating what the ministry described as the armed forces’ ability to counter multiple threats.

Since the start of hostilities, 165 ballistic missiles launched from Iran were detected, of which 152 were intercepted and 13 fell into the sea. Both cruise missiles identified were successfully destroyed, reports Gulf News.

Out of 541 drones tracked, 506 were intercepted, while 35 landed within the country, resulting in material damage. The ministry said falling debris from intercepted missiles and drones caused minor to moderate damage to several civilian properties in different parts of the country.

Reaffirming its readiness, the ministry said the armed forces remain fully prepared to confront any threat, adding that ensuring the safety of citizens, residents and visitors remains its top priority.

The authorities also urged the public to rely on official sources for information and refrain from spreading rumours or unverified reports.