Fires break out at Borouge petrochemicals in Abu Dhabi after air defence interception

Abu Dhabi authorities are responding to several fires at the Borouge Petrochemicals Factory, which broke out following debris from a successful air defense interception.

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Operations at the factory have been immediately suspended pending an assessment of the damage. No injuries have been reported so far, and updates will be provided as the situation develops.

Authorities have urged the public to rely only on official state sources for information and to avoid sharing rumours or unverified reports.