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UAE reveals names of 6 civilians killed in Iranian attacks
Sheikh Abdullah underscored the UAE's continued commitment to the safety and security of all citizens, residents, and visitors
- PUBLISHED: Wed 18 Mar 2026, 2:55 AM UPDATED: Wed 18 Mar 2026, 7:34 AM
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Eight people have been killed in the UAE since Iran began attacking the region on February 28, with authorities now revealing the names of the six civilian victims.
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Since the escalation, the country’s air defences have intercepted 314 ballistic missile, 15 cruise missiles and 1,672 drones in the ongoing assault.
The names of six victims are Alaa Nader Awni from the State of Palestine; Murib Zaman Nizar, Muzaffar Ali Ghulam, and Ismail Salim Khan from Pakistan; Ahmed Ali from Bangladesh; and Dibas Shrestha from Nepal.
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Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has expressed his sincere condolences and deep sympathy to the families of the victims of Iran’s unprovoked terrorist attacks targeting the UAE, a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said.
Sheikh Abdullah further extended his condolences to Palestine and its people, Pakistan and its people, Bangladesh and its people, and Nepal and its people, over the victims of these attacks.
He pointed out the UAE's continued commitment to the safety and security of all citizens, residents, and visitors. He also condemned in the strongest terms the continued Iranian missile and drone attacks, which have persisted for 18 consecutive days and involved more than 2,000 ballistic and cruise missiles and drones targeting critical civilian infrastructure, airports, residential areas, and civilian sites across the UAE.
He stressed that this dangerous escalation constitutes a flagrant violation of the country's sovereignty and poses a serious threat to regional and international security and stability.
Sheikh Abdullah added, “The UAE strongly condemns this ongoing escalation targeting civilians and critical facilities across the country. These unprovoked attacks, which have persisted for more than two weeks, have been met with strong international condemnation through United Nations Security Council Resolution 2817, co-sponsored by 136 UN Member States. The resolution demands that Iran immediately and unconditionally cease these attacks against the Gulf states and the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, and affirms that it is fully liable for all damages and losses incurred by the affected countries.”
He emphasised that the UAE reserves its full right to take all necessary measures to safeguard its sovereignty, national security, and territorial integrity, and to ensure the safety and security of its citizens and residents, in accordance with its inherent right of self-defence under international law.
He said that the UAE authorities are prepared to address any threats, and that these attacks will not deter the UAE from safeguarding its sovereignty, security, and stability. He added that the security situation across the country remains stable, and that readiness levels are at their highest, underpinned by rigorous professional standards and clear institutional frameworks, reinforcing a strong sense of safety and reassurance for all who live in the UAE.
He also commended the support and solidarity expressed by more than 130 countries with the UAE, reflecting the confidence the international community places in the UAE and its well-established global standing, built over decades of responsible diplomacy, strong international partnerships, and a commitment to regional and global stability.
