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UAE says it intercepted and destroyed 3 drones that entered its airspace

The commercial and tourism hub has faced several attacks in the past few weeks launched by Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthi group

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The United Arab Emirates intercepted and destroyed three drones that entered the Gulf nation's airspace over unpopulated areas early on Wednesday, the defence ministry said. 

The commercial and tourism hub has faced several attacks in the past few weeks launched by Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthi group, including a missile attack on Monday during a visit by Israel's president. 

On Twitter, the Emirati defence ministry said it was "ready to deal with any threats" and was taking "all necessary measures" to protect the state and its territory. 

The Houthis claimed the last three assaults on the UAE, including one on Jan. 17 that killed three

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