Security forces have equated private personnel with a threat to national security.
A British citizen has been arrested in Dubai and charged with violating local cybercrime laws. According to British authorities, the tourist filmed Iranian missile strikes over the city and published the footage, despite restrictions in place.
The man is approximately 60 years old. Investigators in the United Arab Emirates believe that filming and distributing such material could have impacted public safety. The country's law prohibits the publication of photos and videos that could cause alarm or disrupt public order. The British Foreign Office confirmed the arrest and reported contact with Emirati authorities.
EU Minister for State Affairs Lana Nusseibeh told British media that authorities are aware of several violations of these rules. However, she declined to comment on the specific case of the British tourist. According to Nusseibeh, the restrictions were introduced to protect residents and visitors to the country.
UAE Ambassador to the UK Mansoor Abulhoul, speaking on LBC radio, noted that local regulations are aimed at safety. The diplomat explained that authorities urge people not to film such events, as there is a risk of debris falling when missiles or drones are intercepted.
The UAE Attorney General's Office previously issued a warning prohibiting the dissemination of images of attack sites and false information. Authorities distributed similar recommendations via email, text messages, and public announcements.
The notices emphasized that filming security facilities, publishing footage of damage, or forwarding unconfirmed information could lead to legal consequences and threaten national stability.
Violating cybercrime laws in the UAE carries a penalty of two years' imprisonment and a fine of at least 200,000 dirhams, which is approximately $54,000.
Security tensions remain high amid the regional conflict. The UAE Ministry of Defense reported that more than 1,800 missiles and drones have been launched at the country since the war began . The attacks killed six people and injured 141 others.
A British citizen has been arrested in Dubai and charged with violating local cybercrime laws. According to British authorities, the tourist filmed Iranian missile strikes over the city and published the footage, despite restrictions in place.
The man is approximately 60 years old. Investigators in the United Arab Emirates believe that filming and distributing such material could have impacted public safety. The country's law prohibits the publication of photos and videos that could cause alarm or disrupt public order. The British Foreign Office confirmed the arrest and reported contact with Emirati authorities.
EU Minister for State Affairs Lana Nusseibeh told British media that authorities are aware of several violations of these rules. However, she declined to comment on the specific case of the British tourist. According to Nusseibeh, the restrictions were introduced to protect residents and visitors to the country.
UAE Ambassador to the UK Mansoor Abulhoul, speaking on LBC radio, noted that local regulations are aimed at safety. The diplomat explained that authorities urge people not to film such events, as there is a risk of debris falling when missiles or drones are intercepted.
The UAE Attorney General's Office previously issued a warning prohibiting the dissemination of images of attack sites and false information. Authorities distributed similar recommendations via email, text messages, and public announcements.
The notices emphasized that filming security facilities, publishing footage of damage, or forwarding unconfirmed information could lead to legal consequences and threaten national stability.
Violating cybercrime laws in the UAE carries a penalty of two years' imprisonment and a fine of at least 200,000 dirhams, which is approximately $54,000.
Security tensions remain high amid the regional conflict. The UAE Ministry of Defense reported that more than 1,800 missiles and drones have been launched at the country since the war began . The attacks killed six people and injured 141 others.