The Khorfakkan Port in Sharjah. ARCHIVE

Four people were injured after falling debris struck Sharjah’s Khorfakkan Port on Sunday (April 5), authorities confirmed. The Sharjah Government Media Bureau said the incident occurred following the successful interception of an aerial threat by UAE air defence systems. A Nepali national sustained severe injuries and was taken to hospital, while three Pakistani nationals suffered minor to moderate injuries. Emergency response teams quickly brought the situation under control. Authorities said a fire broke out at the site due to the falling fragments, but it was contained efficiently. Cooling operations were still ongoing as crews worked to secure the area. In a separate development on the same day, three fires were reported at the Borouge plant in Abu Dhabi. The Abu Dhabi Media Office said the fires were caused by falling debris following another successful interception. “No injuries were reported,” authorities said, adding that emergency teams responded immediately and brought the situation under control. Damage to the facility was reported and is currently being assessed. Meanwhile, regional tensions continued to draw international reactions. In Jordan, officials condemned attacks targeting the UAE embassy and the residence of its ambassador in Damascus, Syria. According to Petra News Agency, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Fouad Majali called for the protection of diplomatic missions. He stressed the need to uphold international law, including the 1961 Vienna Convention, which guarantees the safety of diplomatic premises. Authorities across the UAE continue to emphasise public safety, urging residents to stay alert, follow official instructions, and avoid approaching any debris from intercepted threats. ICA/Expat Media ALSO READ: Confirmed incidents in UAE amid Iran strikes
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