Iran fires at least 16 ballistic missiles and 117 drones in new barrages

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Iran has launched at least 16 ballistic missiles and 117 drones in new barrages, according to the United Arab Emirates.

The UAE’s Defence Ministry said it had intercepted 16 missiles on Sunday, while a 17th fell into the sea.

It added that it intercepted most of the drones but four fell in UAE territory. The ministry said it is ready to “firmly confront” the threats.

The Emirati statement did not specify the locations of Sunday’s attacks.

Iran’s president earlier on Sunday threatened to increase attacks on US targets across the region in the face of Israeli and US strikes.