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Dubai Police deny reports of attack on Israelis

Monday, 16 October 2023 17:52

By ARN News Staff

Dubai Police have denied reports of four Israelis being stabbed in the emirate.

In a statement released via the Government of Dubai Media Office, the authority said, "Safety and security are of paramount importance in the UAE."

It also urged the public to rely only on "official channels for accurate information".

. @DubaiPoliceHQ denied reports about stabbing 4 Israelis in Dubai. Safety and security are of paramount importance in the UAE. Dubai Police encourages all to refer to official channels for accurate information.
— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) October 16, 2023

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