Two Pakistani expatriates were moderately injured after an Iranian missile struck a telecommunications facility in Sharjah on Tuesday, marking the second attack on the same site within just over a week. Authorities confirmed that the strike targeted the Thuraya Telecommunications Company building, which had previously been hit on March 30.
Emergency services responded swiftly to the incident, with officials in Sharjah confirming that the injured individuals were transferred to hospital for treatment. Authorities urged residents to avoid spreading unverified information and to rely on official updates as the situation develops.
The latest strike comes amid a broader escalation in regional tensions. Just a day earlier, officials in Fujairah reported a separate missile incident targeting a building operated by a telecommunications provider. No injuries were recorded in that case.
According to UAE Ministry of Defence, the country’s air defence systems intercepted one ballistic missile and 11 unmanned aerial vehicles launched from Iran on Tuesday. Since the beginning of the conflict, UAE forces have engaged a total of 520 ballistic missiles, 26 cruise missiles and more than 2,200 drones.
The sustained attacks have taken a toll on civilians and military personnel alike. Officials reported that 13 people have been killed since the start of the Iranian strikes, including two members of the armed forces. Among the civilian casualties are individuals from multiple nationalities, reflecting the UAE’s diverse population.
Injuries have also mounted, with 221 people wounded in incidents linked to the ongoing attacks. Those affected include residents and workers from a wide range of countries, including Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, Egypt and the Philippines. Authorities said the injured have been receiving medical care, with emergency response systems remaining on high alert.
The repeated targeting of infrastructure, particularly telecommunications facilities, has raised concerns about the potential disruption of essential services. While officials have not detailed the extent of damage to the Sharjah site, they emphasised that measures are in place to maintain operational continuity.
Security across the UAE has been tightened in response to the continuing threat. Air defence systems remain active, and authorities have reassured the public that they are taking all necessary steps to protect residents and critical infrastructure.
The attacks are part of a wider regional conflict that has seen increased missile and drone activity across the Gulf. As tensions persist, officials continue to monitor developments closely, warning that the situation remains volatile and could evolve further in the coming days.
