Dubai’s Iconic Burj Al Arab Hotel Engulfed In Flames After Being ‘Hit By Suicide Drone’ Shot By Iran (Video)

Dubai’s iconic sail-shaped hotel, the Burj Al Arab, was reportedly hit by a suspected suicide drone, injuring several people amid rising tensions across the Middle East.

Thick plumes of black smoke were seen billowing from the luxury landmark on Saturday evening, with footage shared online showing flames at the base of the five-star hotel as emergency crews raced to the scene.

Firefighters were pictured battling the blaze amid a heavy emergency service presence. Authorities later confirmed the flames had been brought under control.

The strike came hours after another luxury hotel, Fairmont The Palm, was engulfed in flames in the Palm Jumeirah district. Four people were injured in that incident after what appeared to be an Iranian Shahed drone smashed into the building, although some reports suggested it may have been struck by falling missile debris.

A Dubai government spokesperson said: “An incident occurred in a building in the Palm Jumeirah area.” They added: “Four people were injured and rushed to hospital.” The spokesperson confirmed the flames were now “under control” following the rapid response from emergency services.

Witnesses in the tourist hotspot reported hearing a loud blast before smoke spread across the skyline. Dramatic footage circulating online appeared to show a drone diving towards the Burj Al Arab before impact, though officials have yet to formally confirm the weapon involved.

The United Arab Emirates said it had intercepted a wave of Iranian drones and missiles targeting the country, as Tehran launched retaliatory strikes across the region following joint US-Israeli operations earlier in the day.

Explosions were also reported at US military bases in Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar and the UAE. Smoke was seen rising near the US Navy’s Fifth Fleet headquarters in Bahrain, while one person was reported killed in Abu Dhabi after Emirati forces intercepted incoming missiles.

British tourist Will Bailey described waking up to scenes he said felt like “what seems like World War Three.” “Apparently, missiles have just landed in Abu Dhabi, which is about an hour drive from Dubai,” he said in a TikTok video.

In Israel, sirens wailed as missiles were intercepted over major cities. The Israel Defense Forces said it had identified a barrage of Iranian missiles aimed at the country following strikes near the office of Iran’s Supreme Leader.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu described Iran as an “existential threat” and said: “My brothers and sisters, citizens of Israel, a short time ago, Israel and the United States embarked on an operation to remove the existential threat posed by the terrorist regime in Iran. “I thank our great friend, President Donald Trump, for his historic leadership.”

US President Donald Trump earlier condemned Iran’s leadership, vowing to “raze” the country’s missile industry “to the ground.” In an address posted online, he urged Iranian officials to “lay down your arms” or “face certain death,” calling the strikes “a noble mission.”

Iran’s paramilitary Revolutionary Guard confirmed it had launched what it described as a “first wave” of drones and missiles. It said: “We know the United States as the main factor in today’s aggression, and the Zionist regime is the sponsor of this aggression. We consider all American bases, resources, and interests in the region, space, and land as the legitimate target of the armed forces.”

Hardline Iranian parliamentarian Alaeddin Boroujerdi warned there would be no “red lines” in Tehran’s response. “We had previously announced that we would have no red lines. We hope this action marks the beginning of the end of the Zionist regime,” he said in an interview with state TV. Our response will be regret-inducing. We will use all of our capacities. Our rightful and necessary response, especially to the Zionist regime, will be delivered.”

Airspace across parts of the Gulf has since been closed, with terrified tourists in Dubai seen running for cover as interceptions lit up the sky. Authorities in the UAE have urged residents and visitors to remain indoors and follow official guidance as the volatile situation continues to unfold.

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