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DRONE INTERCEPTED ABOVE DUBAI; DEBRIS SPARKS FIRE AT ICONIC BURJ AL ARAB HOTEL

01/03/2026 07:27 AM

ISTANBUL, March 1 (Bernama-Anadolu) -- Dubai authorities said Sunday that a drone was intercepted above the city, with falling debris igniting a limited fire on the outer facade of the iconic Burj Al Arab luxury hotel, Anadolu Ajansi reported.

In a statement published on X, the Dubai Media Office said Civil Defence teams responded immediately and brought the situation under control.

No injuries were reported.

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