Breaking: Two drones crash near Dubai International Airport; Indian among four injured
Emergency services respond swiftly; investigation launched into drone activity near airport.
Babushahi Bureau
Dubai (UAE), March 11, 2026: Four people were injured after two drones crashed near Dubai International Airport on Wednesday afternoon, according to officials.
The incident occurred in an area close to the airport, triggering heightened security measures and concern in the surrounding vicinity. In a statement, the Dubai Media Office confirmed that two drones fell in the vicinity of the airport earlier in the day.
Emergency response teams quickly reached the site after receiving information about the incident and brought the situation under control. Authorities said four individuals sustained injuries when the drones crashed.
All the injured were immediately transported to nearby hospitals for medical treatment. However, officials have not yet released detailed information regarding their condition.
Security agencies have launched an investigation to determine the origin of the drones and how they managed to reach such a sensitive area near the airport. Drone operations are strictly regulated around airports in Dubai due to safety concerns for aircraft and passengers.
Authorities said the matter is being treated seriously, given the strict restrictions on flying drones in the vicinity of major aviation facilities. Further details are expected after the investigation progresses.