Air Delivered

Air Delivered event in Abu Dhabi, ICAD II area, United Arab Emirates on Thu 5th March 2026

5th March 2026

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On 5 March 2026, in the afternoon, UAE forces intercepted 1 drone (likely armed) fired by Iranian forces (coded as IRGC by default) over the area of ICAD II (Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi). As a result of the interception, shrapnel fell on 2 separate locations in the area, causing 6 minor and moderate injuries among Pakistani and Nepali nationals.

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Abu Dhabi ( ICAD II area )

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