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‘It was surreal’: holidaymakers on first flight out of Abu Dhabi describe petrifying experience

Hundreds of thousands of passengers have found themselves stranded in the middle of a conflict between Iran and its Gulf neighbours

The Guardian - UK

Families reunite in emotional scenes as flight from Abu Dhabi carrying stranded Brits lands at Heathrow

A limited number of flights have been able to leave the United Arab Emirates carrying Brits stranded after the outbreak of the war in the Middle East

Evening Standard

England Lions tour cancelled over Middle East security concerns

The England Lions cancelled their match on Sunday, and the remainder of the tour has now been called off

The Independent UK

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Government ‘looking at all options’ to support Britons as some flights resume

A flight to London’s Heathrow, likely to be carrying stranded UK nationals, departed from the United Arab Emirates capital on Monday.

Evening Standard

Heathrow-bound flight leaves Abu Dhabi as stranded Brits rescued from Middle East conflict

The Government of Dubai confirmed some planes would be permitted to take off from the city from Monday evening

Evening Standard

London-bound flight bringing stranded Britons back from Abu Dhabi

The Etihad Airways flight is expected to land at 7.14pm at Terminal 4.

Evening Standard

Jonny Bairstow gives update on family situation in Dubai after issuing plea to Keir Starmer to ‘get us home’

Jonny Bairstow is still stranded in Dubai with his family amid escalating tensions in the Middle East

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Russia-Ukraine talks planned for Abu Dhabi this week may change venue, Zelenskyy says

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says U.S.-brokered talks between Russia and Ukraine expected later this week may take place in Switzerland or Turkey if a planned meeting in Abu Dhabi is not possible due to the war in the Middle East

The Independent UK

Your rights as Middle East cruises disrupted by US-Iran war

Thousands of passengers remain on their ships in the Gulf

The Independent UK

Iran war: UAE starts exceptional flights for stranded passengers

The first flights from the UAE took off just before 3 pm local time on Monday 2 March.

Euronews

Foreign Office issue UAE safety advice for Britons trapped in Dubai and Abu Dhabi

The UK government has told British nationals in the region to shelter in place

The Independent UK

(VIDEO) Is Abu Dhabi Airport Open? International Airport Remains Closed Amid Escalating Iran Conflict

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates — Zayed International Airport (AUH), the main gateway to the UAE capital and a key hub for Etihad Airways, remains shuttered with all flight operations suspended as of Monday, March 2, 2026, due to ongoing regional security threats stemming from U.S.-Israeli military strikes on Iran…

International Business Times

Is it safe to travel to Dubai and Abu Dhabi? Latest UAE travel advice as strikes continue in Middle East

The Foreign Office has warned against all but essential travel to the UAE

The Independent UK

Jonny Bairstow makes plea to Keir Starmer while stranded in Dubai as ECB consult government

The former England wicketkeeper is on holiday in the UAE with his family

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The Independent UK

Plans being drawn up for Muscat airlift to rescue stranded Britons from Dubai and Abu Dhabi

Exclusive: Overnight rescue flight brings British Airways flight crews back from Dubai

The Independent UK

‘Missiles were flying past our hotel’: UK tourists trapped in Dubai voice fears as Gulf conflict intensifies

The rapidly escalating conflict has left thousands stranded, with no idea how to get home

The Times of India

All expenses paid: UAE covers accommodation, meals, flights for 20000+ stranded travellers in emirates amid Iran–US–Israel war

The UAE is stepping in to help thousands of travellers stranded by flight cancellations. The government will cover all accommodation and meal costs for passengers affected by the ongoing aviation crisis. Major UAE airports like Dubai and Abu Dhabi are facilitating rebooking and providing essential support. This move ensures passenger…

The Times of India

UAE intercepts drone, debris injures civilians as it hits Etihad Towers in Abu Dhabi amid Iran–US–Israel conflict

Drone debris from intercepted threats struck Abu Dhabi's Etihad Towers, injuring a woman and child. This incident highlights the spillover of the Iran-US-Israel conflict into the UAE, with similar debris falling in Dubai. Authorities confirm successful interceptions but acknowledge collateral damage, urging reliance on official updates amid heightened regional tensions.

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The Times of India

Refunds, free hotels, rebooking, food provisions: UAE survival guide for tourists stuck in emirates amid Iran and US–Israel war

Air travel in the Middle East is severely disrupted as the US-Israel war on Iran leads to extensive flight cancellations and airspace closures. Major UAE carriers have suspended operations, stranding thousands of tourists. Authorities are providing support, including accommodation and meals, while advising passengers to check flight statuses and know…

The Times of India

UAE stock markets close, trading halted by Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange and the Dubai Financial Market for two days amid Iran–US–Israel war fallout

The UAE has shut its Dubai and Abu Dhabi stock markets for two days, March 2-3, 2026, due to escalating Iran-US-Israel conflict fallout. This unprecedented move follows Iranian retaliatory strikes, disrupting regional business and investor confidence. Other Gulf markets saw sharp declines, with oil prices surging amid fears of supply…

The Guardian - UK

Iranian football association unsure if national team will play at World Cup in US

The president of Iran’s football federation says he does not know if the national team can play World Cup matches in the US after the US and Israeli bombardment of the country

Euronews

Iranian strikes hit Dubai and Abu Dhabi, damaging airport terminals and the Burj Al Arab

One person was killed in Abu Dhabi. The UAE claimed to have intercepted hundreds of projectiles as residents sought shelter in basements.

The Independent UK

Footballing legend stranded in Abu Dhabi amid strikes from Iran

Liverpool footballing legend Graeme Souness has revealed he is stuck in Abu Dhabi amid strikes from Iran.

AAP

No way SailGP can have UAE final at this rate: Slingsby

Globetrotting sailing league SailGP could be forced to move its big-money grand final from the UAE following conflict besieging the region.

Evening Standard

Graeme Souness describes hearing explosions while trapped in Middle East

The former footballer and manager was due to fly from Zayed International Airport in Abu Dhabi.

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