According to the Dubai Media Office, fragments from an intercepted aerial object fell onto the car during an air defence operation.

Emergency teams rushed to the scene, but the driver, identified as a Pakistani national, died from the impact.

The confirmation came as the United Arab Emirates faced aerial threats on Saturday, with air defence systems actively intercepting incoming missiles and drones.

Officials said the debris fell after a successful interception aimed at protecting the country’s airspace.

Earlier in the day, UAE air defence systems detected 16 ballistic missiles. Authorities said 15 were intercepted and destroyed, while one missile fell into the sea.