The hotel in Dubai that was hit is the Fairmont The Palm , a five-star hotel located on the Palm Jumeirah.

What happened

  • Debris from Iranian missiles or drones struck the area around Fairmont The Palm during wider attacks across the region, sparking a fire near the front of the hotel.
  • Videos shared online show an explosion and flames at the hotel facade, with thick smoke rising over Palm Jumeirah.
  • Local authorities reported that four people were injured and that the fire was brought under control.

Was it a direct hit?

  • Some outlets describe the hotel as being “hit” by a missile or missile debris.
  • Other reports say it is unclear whether the hotel was directly struck or damaged by falling debris from intercepted missiles or drones.
  • Official UAE and hotel statements so far focus on an “incident” and fire, without confirming a direct strike on the building itself.

Other Dubai sites affected

Alongside Fairmont The Palm, reports also mention:

  • Burj Al Arab sustaining minor exterior damage from intercepted drone debris.
  • Dubai International Airport suffering limited damage and temporary disruption.

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