Event Brief
Dubai government denies blasts reported in downtown
Filed: Jul 16, 2026 at 1:06 PM ET
Summary: Dubai authorities said explosions heard in the city are false despite witness reports.
WHO: Dubai government
WHAT: Said reports of explosions heard in downtown Dubai are false
WHEN: Jul 16, 2026 at 3:32 PM ET
WHERE: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
WHY: To deny witness reports of explosions in downtown Dubai
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