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The Latest Breaking News from Emirates

How long will Gulf flight chaos continue – and what are stranded passengers’ options?

The Man Who Pays His Way: How will the Middle East airlines ever rebuild confidence?

The Independent UK

Emirates pledges to resume all flights despite Dubai airport attack

Exclusive: We reveal the first available flights to seven UK airports

The Independent UK

Dubai travel update: What you need to know as airlines restart operations in phases

Dubai authorities say the city remains open and functioning as normal, even as regional tensions have temporarily disrupted some travel schedules. Officials have urged visitors not to panic but to stay updated through airlines and official government channels as flights gradually resume and hotels support affected travellers.

The Times of India

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Relieved family reunions at Dublin Airport as chartered flight lands

Almost 200 people were on board the flight chartered by the Irish Government from Oman.

Evening Standard

Families reunited after chartered flight arrives from Oman amid Middle East conflict

Almost 200 people arrived into Dublin airport on flight chartered from Oman

The Independent UK

Chaos at Dubai airport after flights suspended following drone attack

Passengers were ushered into tunnels after an alert sounded

The Independent UK

Iran's president apologises for air strikes on Gulf countries in state TV address

After a week of tit-for-tat strikes there is no foreseeable end to the fighting and the Trump administration approved a new $151 million arms sale to Israel.

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Airline groundings expose depth of world travel’s reliance on Gulf corridor

Restart of operations will be a relief to those stranded but may not dispel doubts raised by past week about key transit hub

The Guardian - UK

UAE flight status update: Limited services operating on March 7; Rebooking and refund options available

UAE air travel is slowly resuming with limited flights on March 7 after regional airspace closures. Major airlines like Emirates and Etihad are prioritizing stranded passengers, offering flexible rebooking. Strict airport entry protocols are in place, with travelers urged to confirm flight status before departure due to rapidly changing schedules.

The Times of India

Qatar partially reopens airspace amid Iran and US-Israel war: Allows limited flights as missile strikes continue across Gulf

Qatar has partially reopened its airspace after days of disruption due to regional military tensions. While some evacuation and cargo flights are resuming under strict monitoring, commercial services remain heavily restricted. This move offers a glimmer of hope for stranded travellers and airlines navigating ongoing security concerns across the Middle…

The Times of India

Emirates, Etihad, Air Arabia, flydubai: How to claim refunds, rebook for UAE flights amid US-Israel war against Iran

Middle East air travel faced major disruptions due to airspace closures, leading to widespread flight cancellations. Major UAE carriers like Emirates, Etihad, Air Arabia and flydubai are offering flexible rebooking, refunds and travel credits to affected passengers. While operations are gradually resuming, travellers are advised to stay updated and utilise…

The Times of India

‘Spent night fearing explosions’: Passengers recount Iran war scare as first flight from Dubai lands in San Francisco

Passengers arriving on the first commercial Emirates flight from Dubai to San Francisco since the outbreak of the Iran war described days of fear, uncertainty and frantic efforts to escape the Middle East.

The Times of India

Irish Government’s chartered flight from Oman delayed until Saturday – minister

Foreign Affairs Minister Helen McEntee said overnight hotel costs for passengers in Oman would be met by the department.

Evening Standard

Middle East flights: Lufthansa and Air France extend suspensions on key routes

Lufthansa Group's airlines will not fly to and from a number of Middle East and Gulf destinations until 24 October.

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The Guardian - AU

‘Where do we go?’ What it’s like being an airline pilot when missiles start crossing your flight path

‘The first thing is: Where are we? And how much fuel have we got and where do we need to go?’, Australian veteran pilot says

International Business Times

Is Abu Dhabi Airport Open? Airport Remains Partially Open Amid Regional Disruptions, Limited Flights Operating

Zayed International Airport (AUH), the main gateway to the United Arab Emirates capital, is partially operational as of March 6, 2026, following several days of significant disruptions tied to escalating regional tensions in the Middle East.

International Business Times

UAE Mulls Freezing Iranian Assets: WSJ Reports Potential Billions Freeze as Iran-U.S.-Israel War Escalates

Abu Dhabi — The United Arab Emirates is actively considering freezing billions of dollars in Iranian assets held within its territory, a potential economic countermeasure that could severely disrupt Tehran's access to foreign currency and global trade networks, according to a report published Thursday by The Wall Street Journal.

Fortune

23,000 canceled flights and debris raining on Dubai hotels: The Iran war is jeopardizing the $12 trillion global travel industry

“This has destabilized travel on the six populated continents of the earth,” one aviation expert told Fortune.

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The Independent UK

Qatar Airways sets up Oman hub for passengers stranded by Iran-US conflict

Exclusive: From Friday, a small number of jets will travel from Muscat to Heathrow

Evening Standard

‘I thought I was a goner’ – Scots who were trapped in Dubai return home safe

More than 300 Scots touched down at Edinburgh Airport on Wednesday evening.

The Times of India

UAE flights resume but not fully: 5 airlines begin limited services amid Iran–US–Israel conflict

UAE airlines are operating limited flights amid regional airspace closures due to escalating Iran-US-Israel tensions. Authorities are using emergency corridors to resume services cautiously, prioritizing stranded passengers. Most regular flights remain suspended, with airlines extending cancellations as safety assessments continue. Travelers are urged to verify flight status before heading to…

The Guardian - UK

How the US-Israeli war on Iran created a massive hole in global airspace

Airlines are using long-readied contingency plans but bottlenecks have formed that no amount of planning can fix

The Independent UK

How safe is the Middle East for Americans? Latest travel advice amid Iran-US conflict

‘Operation Epic Fury’ has created a vast no-go zone over the Middle East for commercial flights, with east-west services rerouted and thousands of cancelations in major Gulf hubs

International Business Times

Is Dubai International Airport Open? Airport Operates on Limited Basis

Dubai International Airport (DXB), the world's busiest hub for international passengers, remains partially operational as of March 4, 2026, with only a restricted number of flights permitted amid ongoing airspace closures and security concerns stemming from the escalating Middle East conflict involving U.S., Israeli and Iranian military actions.

Evening Standard

Emirates to run flight from Dubai to Dublin, Irish foreign affairs minister says

Helen McEntee said the airline will contact with passengers whose flights were cancelled.

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