Missile alerts and a safe haven tested: Dubai 12 days into the Iran conflict

"On Thursday, authorities said a drone hit a building in Dubai Creek Harbour, and debris from an intercepted attack struck the facade of a building on Sheikh Zayed Road. The confirmation from authorities came after residents received missile alerts overnight - one of several such alerts issued since the war began."

"The UAE moved schools and universities to remote learning and brought spring break forward by a week, beginning on Monday. It's unclear if children will be able to return to classrooms after the break ends on March 22. The government initially recommended that private-sector employees work remotely for the first few days after the war began."

"For the city whose reputation is predicated on its safe haven status, what has happened in the days since? Several expats told Business Insider that they felt safe and protected in Dubai, and that people watching from afar were relishing the notion that Dubai might be done."

Following US and Israeli strikes on Iran, Dubai has experienced direct security impacts including drone strikes and debris from intercepted attacks on buildings in Dubai Creek Harbour and Sheikh Zayed Road. Residents received multiple missile alerts overnight. In response, UAE authorities moved schools and universities to remote learning and advanced spring break by one week starting Monday, with uncertain classroom return dates after March 22. The government recommended private-sector remote work initially, with major companies like Citigroup, Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan, and Amazon implementing extended remote work or office evacuations. Authorities have warned residents and tourists against spreading rumors, as the city's reputation as a secure destination faces unprecedented challenges from regional conflict.

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