DUBAI, March 16 (Xinhua) -- A fire caused by a drone crash near Dubai International Airport has been brought under control, with no injuries reported, local authorities said Monday.
Flights, however, were temporarily suspended as a precaution to ensure the safety of passengers and staff.
Authorities said the fire broke out after a drone fell near the airport, affecting a fuel tank. Dubai Civil Defence said it successfully contained the blaze.
Gulf states have been hit by waves of missile and drone attacks since the outbreak of the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran on Feb. 28, with the United Arab Emirates reporting interception of over 1,500 drones so far. ■
