UAE warns against filming or sharing footage of missile debris sites.

The UAE’s Attorney-General has warned the public against photographing or sharing images and videos from locations where projectiles or shrapnel have fallen, cautioning that circulating such material or misleading information could spread panic and distort the reality of the situation in the country. UAE Attorney-General Dr Hamad Saif Al Shamsi said recording or publishing visuals from incident locations, including damage caused by falling debris, can create unnecessary alarm among residents. He noted that spreading such content or inaccurate reports may give a misleading impression of the country’s security situation. According to Al Shamsi, state institutions responsible for security and emergency response are carrying out their duties with high efficiency to safeguard the community. He emphasised that daily life in the country continues normally while authorities implement the necessary measures to address developments. He explained that incidents involving falling projectiles or debris are being handled within established security and defence frameworks by the relevant authorities. Members of the public have therefore been urged not to film or photograph these locations, as circulating such footage could hinder the response and mitigation efforts of official agencies. In a statement, the Attorney-General noted that despite previous warnings from authorities, some individuals have continued recording incident sites and sharing the material on social media platforms. He stressed that publishing or circulating such footage or misleading information can violate the law if it leads to public panic, the spread of false news, or harm to public order. Citizens and residents were urged to refrain from capturing or resharing such images, warning that violators could face legal accountability under current legislation. Al Shamsi also cautioned against sharing fabricated videos or digitally manipulated scenes, including content generated using artificial intelligence. Such clips may falsely claim missile strikes, attacks on facilities, or other incidents that never occurred. He affirmed that producing or distributing manipulated content intended to mislead the public is a criminal offence. The Public Prosecution, he said, will take legal action against those responsible without leniency. The Attorney-General urged the public to follow the law and rely only on official sources for information, stressing that responsible conduct helps preserve national security and stability.