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Iran's Foreign Ministry says the ‘time has come to defend the homeland’ after US-Israeli strikes

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates: Iran’s Foreign Ministry responded to a joint U.S.-Israel attack on Saturday by saying that the country “will not hesitate” in its response to the strikes.

In a statement posted on X, the ministry said: “The time has come to defend the homeland and confront the enemy’s military assault.”  — AP

Qatar shoots down Iranian missiles

Qatar’s Defense Ministry says the nation’s military shot down several missiles before they reached its airspace.

The ministry said the missiles were dealt with as soon as they were detected “in accordance with the pre-approved security plan,” emphasizing that the Qatari Armed Forces possess the full capabilities and resources to protect the country.  — AP

Qatar has issued an alert on mobile devices, recommending all residents to stay indoors whether at home or elsewhere, away from military bases.

Seek shelter in the nearest building or take cover in a safe, enclosed area until the danger has passed.

— Ministry of Interior (@moi_bahrain) February 28, 2026

Statement of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran
Regarding the Military Aggression of the Zionist Regime and the United States Against Iran
(2026/02/28)
Unofficial translation

In the Name of God, the Most Compassionate, the Most Merciful

Noble and… https://t.co/mi386fRZds

— Iran in India (@Iran_in_India) February 28, 2026

Important Advisory pic.twitter.com/qVjBzUthFE

— India in Qatar (@IndEmbDoha) February 28, 2026

Everyone is requested to follow the emergency alert sent by local authorities that in the interest of public safety, everyone is urged to stay away from the vicinity of military sites and stay inside buildings, whether in homes or elsewhere, and not to go out or move except for…

— India in Qatar (@IndEmbDoha) February 28, 2026

Due to regional hostilities, the U.S. Embassy in Abu Dhabi and the U.S. Consulate in Dubai have instructed staff to shelter-in-place (i.e., take cover). We recommend all Americans in the UAE do the same until further notice: US embassy in UAE.   

Bahrain says the headquarters of the U.S. Navy's 5th Fleet has been targeted by a missile attack.

Meanwhile, The United Arab Emirates on Saturday closed its airspace as Israel and the United States conducted strikes on Iran. AP reports

Explosions heard in Kuwait and sirens have been activated.