A missile and drone attack at the Khor Fakkan Port in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates, injured three Pakistani nationals and caused a fire at the facility, according to UAE authorities and multiple news sources on March 14, 2026. The UAE’s air defense system intercepted the attack, but falling debris triggered a fire that emergency teams swiftly contained.
The injured included three Pakistanis with minor to moderate injuries and a seriously injured Nepalese national, as reported by Egypt Independent and Geo News. The incident took place in the Fujairah oil industry zone near Khor Fakkan Port, a strategic area that recently experienced increased aerial attacks.
Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed deep concern over the event and has been in contact with UAE officials to offer support to the injured nationals, according to Dawn. He condemned the attack, linking it to escalations tied to Iran’s retaliatory strikes amid ongoing tensions involving the US and Israel in the Gulf region.
The UAE authorities confirmed the missile strike and drone interception while emphasizing the effectiveness of their air defense capabilities in preventing further damage. The fire, caused by shrapnel from the intercepted drone, did not spread beyond the port area and operations are resuming after containment.
Observers will be closely monitoring further responses from Gulf countries and Iran, given the recent uptick in drone and missile attacks in the region. The incident at Khor Fakkan Port underscores the vulnerability of critical infrastructure amid heightened geopolitical conflicts, with potential implications for regional security and international trade routes.
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