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- The explosions came hours after an initial wave of blasts was heard earlier in the day, intensifying concerns over the widening regional conflict.
- According to the Associated Press, air defence fire was seen lighting up the skies over Dubai, the UAE’s commercial hub, as defence systems responded to the incoming threat.
- Residents reported hearing multiple loud booms echoing across different parts of the city.
- Iran has vowed retaliation after large-scale US and Israeli strikes targeted sites inside its territory, raising fears that Gulf nations could increasingly be drawn into the escalating confrontation. Published: 28 Feb 2026, 06:55 pm ISTShare Related TopicsUS Israel War on IranIran Israel ConflictAir StrikeDubaiRead articles on appSubscribe to our NewsletterGet Latest Mathrubhumi Updates in EnglishFollowDisclaimer: Kindly avoid objectionable, derogatory, unlawful and lewd comments, while responding to reports.
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