Live News Updates from Dubai: Several key Middle Eastern centers, including Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Manama, Doha, Riyadh and Amman, were rocked by several loud explosions following a joint strike by the United States and Israel against Iran, according to regional reports. One civilian was also reported dead in Abu Dhabi.
Amid rising tensions in the Middle East, operations at Dubai International Airport – the world’s busiest international travel hub – were suspended while air defense fire was seen above the country in the Persian Gulf.
Dubai Airports said in a statement that all flight operations at Dubai International Airport (DXB) and Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) have been suspended until further notice.
“Dubai Airports confirms that all flight operations at Dubai International (DXB) and Dubai World Central – Al Maktoum International (DWC) are suspended until further notice. Passengers are advised not to travel to the airport at this time and to contact the relevant airlines directly for the latest updates regarding their flights.”
“We appreciate the cooperation of our guests. Further updates will be provided as we continue to monitor the situation,” the statement read.
Meanwhile, Iraq, Syria, Kuwait and the United Arab Emirates also announced at least partial airspace closures in the hours after smoke was seen rising over Tehran and Iran launched retaliatory strikes across the region.
