Abu dhabi: Twelve people were injured on Thursday after missile debris fell in the Ajban area of Abu Dhabi, authorities reported.

According to Qatar News Agency, seven of the injured were Nepali nationals, one of whom sustained serious injuries, while five were Indian nationals with injuries ranging from minor to moderate.

Earlier, the Abu Dhabi Media Office had confirmed that local authorities responded to incidents involving debris from missiles that fell in the Habshan Gas facilities and Ajban area, following successful interceptions by UAE air defense systems.