The Ministry of Interior of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has declared a state of emergency across the country, BBC News reports. The ministry warned of potential missile threats and urged residents to immediately take shelter in the nearest secured buildings.

Residents were also advised to stay away from windows, doors, and open areas. Earlier, the UAE Ministry of Defense said it was responding to incoming missile and drone threats from Iran. The UAE stated that it intercepted six Iranian missiles and 131 unmanned aerial vehicles today.