Dubai Media Office denies report of loud booms in Business Bay

Dubai’s media office has denied a Reuters report that said loud booms were heard in Business Bay on Thursday, calling the claim false.

The Government of Dubai Media Office issued the statement after Reuters published a report claiming loud booms had been heard in the area.

The office said the report regarding explosions in Downtown Dubai was false.

It urged media outlets and the public to rely only on official sources for accurate information and to avoid circulating rumours or unverified reports.