M’sian chef in Dubai describes night of explosions as UAE air defences intercept missiles


DUBAI: A Malaysian chef working in Dubai endured a tense and sleepless night when explosions rocked the city, heard as early as 6pm on Saturday (Feb 28) and continuing into early Sunday.

Muhammad Syafiq Izzuddin Shahrom, 32, a chef at a hotel in Oud Metha, said he first heard blasts near his neighbourhood shortly after Maghrib prayers before receiving an emergency alert at midnight, followed by further explosions near Dubai International Airport — just 10 minutes from his home.

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