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The United Arab Emirates (UAE) banned the recreational use of flying drones on Saturday. The decision comes in the aftermath of Yemen’s Houthi rebels fatal drone attack on Abu Dhabi airport and anear by oil facility.
“As of Saturday, drone hobbyists and other operators of light electric sport aircrafts face legal liabilities if caught flying the objects. Exemptions may be granted to businesses seeking to film”, UAE’s Interior Ministry said in a statement.
Government regulations in the UAE already restrict flying drones in residential areas, which also include flying near, around and over airports. Drone users must obtain a certificate from the civil aviation authorities.
Last week, a rare drone and missile strike on the capital of Abu Dhabi blew up several fuel tankers and killed three people.
“The Houthis targeted the country with bomb-laden drones, cruise and ballistic missiles”, the UAE stated in previous remarks.
In response to the strike, the Saudi-led coalition has escalated its attacks on the rebel-held parts of Yemen. This week’s retaliations airstrikes killed hundreds of Yemenis and put under an internet blackout.
