Earlier on Thursday, authorities in Dubai reported a "minor drone incident" after explosions were heard in the city's downtown.

Buildings in Dubai shook on Friday after loud explosions were heard, and a thick cloud of smoke rose over a central part of the city.

An AFP correspondent described hearing a huge double blast that rattled buildings and left a large cloud of black smoke hanging over a central district.The Dubai Media Office said that debris from the interception caused a "minor incident" on the outside of a building in central Dubai.

Officials also confirmed that no injuries were reported.

In a post on X, it wrote, "Authorities confirm that debris from a successful interception caused a minor incident on the facade of a building in central Dubai. No injuries have been reported."

Sirens could be heard coming from the direction of Sheikh Zayed Road, the United Arab Emirates city's main artery, AFP reported.

According to reports, Dubai police have cordoned off the area following the incident. The building has sustained significant damage. The incident happened at the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC).

Earlier on Thursday, authorities in Dubai reported a "minor drone incident" after an AFP correspondent heard explosions in the city's downtown.

"Dubai authorities are responding to a minor drone incident in the Al Bada'a area. No injuries have been reported," the Dubai government's media office had said in a post on X.

The Gulf has borne the brunt of Iran's attacks since the Middle East war began on February 28, with 24 people killed in the region including seven US service members and 11 civilians.