Iran Strikes Ukraine-Linked Anti-Drone Depot in Dubai, Hits US Positions

Iran claims it carried out an airstrike on Dubai, targeting a warehouse reportedly storing Ukraine-linked anti-drone systems. The operation also hit positions associated with U.S. forces, according to Iranian state media.

A spokesperson for the Khatam al-Anbia Central Headquarters of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) stated that the facility was being used to support American military operations. He claimed the depot, which reportedly housed anti-drone systems linked to Ukraine, was destroyed in a joint operation conducted by the IRGC’s aerospace and naval forces.

The spokesman alleged the strike coincided with attacks on what he described as hideouts of American commanders and personnel in Dubai, resulting in “heavy casualties.” He further stated that 21 Ukrainian personnel were present at the warehouse at the time of the strike and were likely killed.

No independent verification has been provided for these claims. Authorities in the United Arab Emirates have not publicly commented on the reported incident.

This development comes as Volodymyr Zelenskyy is visiting the UAE. On Saturday, he met UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan in Abu Dhabi, where both sides agreed to strengthen bilateral cooperation.

The statement from Ukraine noted that discussions included security cooperation and efforts by Ukrainian military experts in the UAE to counter Iranian drone threats. The leaders also reviewed the broader regional security situation, including tensions surrounding the Strait of Hormuz and potential implications for global oil markets.

Both sides discussed possible measures to address emerging challenges and agreed to expand cooperation in defence and security sectors. This follows Ukraine’s recent agreement on defense cooperation with Saudi Arabia. If confirmed, Iran’s claim would mark a significant escalation, potentially widening the conflict’s geographic scope and raising concerns over the security of critical infrastructure in the Gulf region.