SHARJAH: Three Pakistani nationals were injured after debris from an intercepted projectile fell at Khor Fakkan Port, authorities said, as Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif voiced concern and urged restraint.

The Sharjah Government Media Bureau said a fire erupted at the port on Sunday after debris fell following a successful interception by UAE air defence systems. Emergency teams managed to bring the blaze under control, while cooling operations continued.

According to officials, three Pakistani nationals sustained injuries ranging from minor to moderate, while one Nepalese national was seriously injured and shifted to a hospital. Authorities urged the public to rely only on official sources and avoid spreading rumours.

In a post on the social media platform X, the prime minister said he was deeply concerned over the incident and prayed for the swift recovery of the injured. He added that Pakistan remained in close contact with UAE authorities to ensure all necessary support for its citizens.

Shehbaz Sharif further said that Pakistan stood in solidarity with the people of the UAE and reiterated the need for restraint and de-escalation in the region.

The Embassy of Pakistan in Abu Dhabi also expressed concern over the incident and wished the injured a speedy recovery.

Khor Fakkan Port, located along the Gulf of Oman, handles between 10 and 30 vessels daily and provides direct shipping access without passing through the Strait of Hormuz, making it a key logistics hub in the region.