The government of Dubai's press service confirms that the Reuters… (взрыв · дубай · власть)
The government of Dubai's press service confirms that the Reuters report on explosions in the Downtown area is false. Earlier, Reuters reported, citing eyewitnesses, that explosions were heard in the city around 19:20 Moscow time.
Consensus
- On July 16, reports surfaced about explosions over Dubai.
- Reuters reported that rockets were intercepted above Dubai.
- Dubai's government press service denied the occurrence of explosions in the city.
- The Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs urged citizens to remain vigilant and avoid potentially dangerous areas.
Points of divergence
- An informed source cited by Reuters reported that rockets were intercepted over Dubai. — vm
- Reuters previously reported eyewitness accounts of explosions in the downtown area at around 19:20 MSK. — vesti
Coverage (2 sources)
- Reuters: A series of explosions rocked Dubai — Вечерняя Москва
- Dubai authorities deny explosions in the city — Вести