Dubai debunks explosion claims, vows action against false reporting
- Last updated: July 16, 2026 | 21:33
A general view of the Burj Khalifa and the downtown skyline in Dubai.
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Dubai Media Office said on Thursday there had been no sounds of explosions in downtown Dubai.
The Government of Dubai Media Office (GDMO) confirms that the Reuters report regarding explosions in Downtown Dubai is false. Dubai Media Office urges the public and media to rely only on official sources for accurate information and to avoid spreading rumours or unverified information.
The Government of Dubai Media Office confirms that action will be taken against media outlets that publish false news or unverified information about Dubai, in accordance with local and federal laws and regulations.