Calm has returned to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Qatar following intense Iranian missile and drone attacks on U.S. military bases in the Gulf region. As of March 1, 2026, authorities in both countries confirm no new attacks detected in recent hours, bringing a welcome period of stability amid escalating tensions after the U.S.-Israeli strikes that killed Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
In the UAEair defense systems successfully intercepted most of the incoming Iranian projectiles targeting sites like Al Dhafra Air Base. Residents in Dubai and Abu Dhabi heard explosions earlier but reported no further incidents overnight.
Similarly, Qatar saw effective interceptions at Al Udeid Air Basethe largest U.S. military facility in the Middle East. The reports stated that the security environment under full control, with no additional threats recorded since the initial barrages.
While the IRGC has vowed continued intense retaliation, the current quiet in the UAE and Qatar offers cautious relief in the fast-moving Middle East crisis. Authorities continue to monitor the situation closely.
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