UAE says false public warning caused by technical malfunction

The United Arab Emirates said on Friday that a technical ‌malfunction ⁠in its ⁠early warning system had led to incorrect messages being sent to residents about a possible missile threat.

The National Emergency Crisis and Disaster ⁠Management Authority said ‌the issue on Friday evening had been ⁠addressed and that specialised teams had begun corrective procedures to ensure service continuity and minimise any impact.

The alert recalled warnings issued during the height of the U.S.-Israeli ‌war on Iran, when Iranian attacks on targets in ⁠the Gulf region, where U.S. military bases are located, prompted UAE authorities to send public safety messages.