14
Mar 2026
14:20 UTC
UAE Alert: Iran warns of imminent strikes against UAE ports on March 14; avoid all travel to the vicinity of ports, military bases
Current Situation:
- On March 14, the Iranian Armed Forces threatened to carry out imminent strikes against ports, docks, and US military bases in the UAE in response to the US’s strikes against military facilities on Abu Musa Island.
- Iran has reportedly issued evacuation warnings for residents near Dubai’s Jebel Ali Port, Abu Dhabi’s Khalifa Port, and Fujairah Port.
Source: IRNA
Recommendations:
- Those remaining in the UAE are advised to avoid all travel to the vicinity of ports and military bases due to the high risk of strikes against such facilities in the coming days.
- Implement a shelter in place procedure in these countries and adhere to authorities’ instructions, which may come on extremely short notice.
- Update and implement business contingency plans (BCPs) and security protocols across the MENA region to ensure business continuity in the escalation scenario. Conduct arena-specific risk assessments.
- MAX Security has strong on-the-ground capabilities in the UAE, including secure transportation, the provision of safe havens, and contingency consultation and planning. Contact us at [email protected] or +44 20-3540-0434.
COUNTRY RISK LEVEL
Extreme
AFFECTED AREA
Nationwide; UAE
INCIDENT RISK LEVEL
Extreme
STRENGTH OF SOURCE
Confirmed
Current Situation:
- On March 14, the Iranian Armed Forces threatened to carry out imminent strikes against ports, docks, and US military bases in the UAE in response to the US’s strikes against military facilities on Abu Musa Island.
- Iran has reportedly issued evacuation warnings for residents near Dubai’s Jebel Ali Port, Abu Dhabi’s Khalifa Port, and Fujairah Port.
Source: IRNA
Recommendations:
- Those remaining in the UAE are advised to avoid all travel to the vicinity of ports and military bases due to the high risk of strikes against such facilities in the coming days.
- Implement a shelter in place procedure in these countries and adhere to authorities’ instructions, which may come on extremely short notice.
- Update and implement business contingency plans (BCPs) and security protocols across the MENA region to ensure business continuity in the escalation scenario. Conduct arena-specific risk assessments.
- MAX Security has strong on-the-ground capabilities in the UAE, including secure transportation, the provision of safe havens, and contingency consultation and planning. Contact us at [email protected] or +44 20-3540-0434.
COUNTRY RISK LEVEL
Extreme
AFFECTED AREA
Nationwide; UAE
INCIDENT RISK LEVEL
Extreme
STRENGTH OF SOURCE
Confirmed
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