A huge fire has broken out in a high-rise hotel in central Dubai close to the world's tallest skyscraper, the Burj Khalifa.
The blaze erupted ahead of a major New Year's Eve fireworks display, due to be held at the Burj Khalifa.
There is no indication so far of the cause.
Up to two million people are expected in central Dubai for the fireworks. Crowds gathering to watch the display have been asked to leave the area around the hotel.
Officials insist that the New Year celebrations will continue as scheduled.
Flames engulfed much of the building, a luxury five-star hotel and apartment complex with more than 60 storeys. Black smoke could be seen covering the skyline.
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