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Woman and child injured by fallen debris from Iranian drone attack in Abu Dhabi

Published: 01 Mar 2026 - 12:24 pm | Last Updated: 01 Mar 2026 - 12:26 pm
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The Peninsula Online

Abu Dhabi, UAE: Relevant officials in Abu Dhabi are addressing an incident concerning debris that fell from a drone after it was intercepted by air defense systems, landing on the façade of one of the buildings at Etihad Towers. 

This incident caused minor injuries to a woman and her child, along with slight material damage. The authorities have clarified that the sounds heard throughout the emirate were a result of the successful interception operations. 

They urged the public to refrain from spreading rumours or misleading information and to seek information solely from official sources, assuring that updates will be provided as soon as they are available.