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UAE authorities confirm Dubai airport hit by Iran counterstrikes; 4 staffers wounded

By Jacob Magid 1 March 2026, 12:10 am
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Emirati authorities confirm that the Dubai International Airport was hit during Iran’s retaliatory strikes against the US and Israel.

Footage shows significant damage to one of the terminals.

The Government of Dubai Media Office tweets that four airport staffers were injured and are currently receiving medical treatment.

The government office claims that the airport only incurred “minor damage” in the incident, which has been contained.

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