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Iconic Burj Al Arab Hotel Struck by Drone Debris as Iranian Retaliation Engulfs Dubai

Dubai: Authorities confirmed that after a drone was intercepted, and debris caused a minor fire on the Burj Al Arab’s outer facade, the fire was put out.

Civil Defence teams responded immediately and brought the incident under control.

No injuries were reported.

By Namsheed Kandathil/Gulf News reader

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