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Two people were killed Thursday in Abu Dhabi after debris fell following the interception of a ballistic missile, according to the Abu Dhabi Media Office.
"Abu Dhabi authorities have responded to an incident involving falling debris in Sweihan street, following the successful interception of a ballistic missile by air defence systems," the media office said in a statement.
"The incident resulted in the deaths of two unidentified individuals, three injuries, and damage to a number of cars," the media office added.
The statement said further updates would be provided in due course.
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