he United Arab ‌Emirates said on Friday that a technical malfunction in its early ​warning system had led ​to incorrect messages being sent ⁠to residents about a possible ​missile threat.

The National Emergency Crisis ​and Disaster Management Authority said the issue on Friday evening had been ​addressed and that specialised ​teams had begun corrective procedures to ensure ‌service ⁠continuity and minimise any impact.

The alert recalled warnings issued during the height of the ​U.S.-Israeli war ​on ⁠Iran, when Iranian attacks on targets in the ​Gulf region, where U.S. ​military ⁠bases are located, prompted UAE authorities to send public safety ⁠messages.

-Reuters