The United States Consulate in Dubai was struck late Tuesday night in what regional sources described as a suspected Iranian drone attack, escalating tensions amid ongoing instability in the Middle East.
According to a source in the region, the drone hit the consulate premises, triggering a fire and prompting an immediate emergency response.
The exact extent of the damage is still being assessed, but officials confirmed that the situation was brought under control swiftly.
In a post on X, the Dubai Media Office said that the blaze was caused by a “drone-related incident” and had been fully extinguished. Authorities added that no injuries were reported, and all personnel at the consulate were safe.
Local emergency teams responded within minutes, cordoning off the area and ensuring that the fire did not spread to nearby buildings. Security around diplomatic missions in the city has reportedly been tightened following the incident.
Further updates are expected as investigations continue and official statements are released by both UAE and US authorities.