Explosions heard in Doha, Dubai and Abu Dhabi amid Iran’s missile and drone strikes across Gulf

Loud explosions were heard across the cities of Doha, Dubai and Abu Dhabi on Tuesday, March 3, according to AFP reporters and residents. The explosions were heard in Dubai, Doha and Abu Dhabi as Iran pressed a campaign of missile and drone barrages across the Gulf to retaliate against teh strikes launched by Israel and the United States on February 28.

Journalists heard loud explosions reverberating in the Qatari capital and in Dubai in the United Arab Emirates while two residents told AFP they heard explosions in UAE capital Abu Dhabi.

Meanwhile, Dubai Media Office says sounds heard across Dubai are a result of interceptions by aerial defense. No cause of the reported explosions in Abu Dhabi and Doha have been shared yet.

Dubai Media Office said, “Authorities in Dubai confirm that sounds heard in various areas across the city were the result of air defence interception operations. The relevant Dubai teams continue to closely monitor the situation and are taking all necessary measures to ensure public safety. The public is advised to rely exclusively on official sources for accurate updates.”

On Saturday, February 28, the United States and Israel launched joint strikes against multiple locations in Tehran, also targeting the compound of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei's office-residence, killing him and some of his family members.

In retaliation, Iran has been launching a flurry of missiles and drones across countries in the Middle East, targeting US military bases.

This is a breaking news report, more details are being added