UAE Rejects 'Inaccurate Reporting' By Bloomberg About Country's Defence Capabilities

(MENAFN- Khaleej Times)

The Emirates clarified that the country possesses 'diverse, integrated, and multi-layered air defence systems, capable of countering a full spectrum of aerial threats'

• PUBLISHED: Tue 3 Mar 2026, 4:23 AM UPDATED: Tue 3 Mar 2026, 9:19 AM

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• Poojaraj Maniyeri

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UAE's Ministry of Foreign Affairs categorically rejected "false and misleading claims" published by Bloomberg about UAE's "advanced defensive capabilities."

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The statement in response to "inaccurate reporting" by Bloomberg said the "unfounded" assertions misrepresent UAE's "high level of preparedness, technological sophistication, and operational readiness."

The Emirates clarified that the country possesses "diverse, integrated, and multi-layered air defence systems, capable of countering a full spectrum of aerial threats with high efficiency."

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These include long-, medium-, and short-range systems which provide "comprehensive protection of the nation's airspace," the ministry said.

The UAE also maintains a "robust strategic stockpile of munitions, ensuring sustained interception and response capabilities over extended periods." The country preserves "full operational readiness" to safeguard national security and sovereignty, the ministry statement read.

Safety and security of citizens, residents and visitors remain an "absolute priority". UAE's defence capabilities, integrated national security framework, and institutional readiness "remain steadfast and uncompromised".

The UAE ministry stressed the importance of responsible journalism and the need to verify information with official sources before publishing inaccurate reports.

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