Explosions were reported early Sunday (March 1) in Dubai, Doha and Tel Aviv, as tensions escalated following Iranian strikes in the region.
Residents in Dubai reported hearing several loud explosions in the morning. In Doha, witnesses said at least 11 blasts were heard across different parts of the city.
Earlier, Qatar’s Interior Ministry confirmed that eight more people were injured in the Iranian attack. The total number of injured in Qatar has now risen to 16. Authorities also reported limited damage in several areas.
In Israel, warning sirens sounded repeatedly after 6:00am amid fears of air strikes. The alerts are issued to warn residents of incoming attacks.
Explosions were also reported in Tel Aviv. Israel is attempting to intercept the missiles using its advanced air defense systems.
Israeli broadcaster Channel 12 reported concerns over further Iranian missile strikes. Officials warned that sirens could sound across the country at any time.
Authorities in the affected countries continue to monitor the situation closely.
