West Asia conflict: Blasts heard, smoke seen over central Dubai
The Hindu
Explosions and sirens reported in central Dubai amid ongoing West Asia conflict, raising concerns over safety and security.
Explosions rattled buildings in Dubai and a large cloud of smoke hung over a central area of the Middle East financial hub on Friday (March 13, 2026), AFP correspondents said.
An AFP correspondent felt the building shake and heard a huge explosion.
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Sirens could be heard coming from the direction of Sheikh Zayed Road, the United Arab Emirates city’s main artery.
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