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The Latest Breaking News from Abu Dhabi

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…

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Is it safe to travel to Dubai and Abu Dhabi? Latest UAE travel advice following drone attack on Kuwait

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

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

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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.

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 Times of India

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

The Guardian - UK

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.

Euronews

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.

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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.

The Times of India

Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain, Kuwait: Gulf countries targeted by Iran after US-Israel strikes

Iran launched retaliatory attacks on US assets across the Gulf, targeting Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, and the UAE, following a joint US-Israel strike. The Revolutionary Guard threatened further "intense offensive operations" against Israel and US bases. The UAE reported one fatality and injuries, while Bahrain and Kuwait intercepted missiles, with Kuwait…

The Guardian - UK

Hundreds of thousands of travellers stranded or diverted by airspace closures in Middle East

UK plans evacuation of more than 76,000 Brits as key transit hubs in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Doha close

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March 01, 2026 travel chaos: Etihad Airways halts departures from Abu Dhabi amid Iran–US–Israel tensions, issues urgent suspension notice for travellers

Etihad Airways has halted all Abu Dhabi departures until Sunday, March 1, 2026, due to the UAE's widespread regional airspace closures following US-Israel strikes on Iran. This unprecedented move impacts thousands of passengers, causing cancellations and reroutes. The airline is assisting affected travellers with rebooking and accommodation amid the evolving…

The Times of India

Abu Dhabi Airports issues urgent advisory for Zayed International Airport passengers as Iran, US-Israel conflict disrupts flights

The UAE has issued urgent advisories for travellers due to a partial airspace closure amid heightened Middle East hostilities. Passengers flying through Abu Dhabi and other UAE hubs should expect delays, diversions and cancellations as authorities prioritise safety and manage disruptions. Travellers are urged to confirm flight status directly with…

Evening Standard

England Lions match against Pakistan Shaheens cancelled amid security concerns

ECB stepped in after attacks on Saturday morning

Axios

Iran retaliates after U.S.–Israel strikes, triggering regional fallout across Middle East

Iranian missiles and intercepts sent debris over Abu Dhabi and Dubai, shutting down flights at Dubai's main airports.

International Business Times UK

Why Did Iran Attack Dubai? What You Need to Know

Iranian drones targeted Dubai's Palm Jumeirah, causing a fire at the Fairmont The Palm hotel. The attack is part of a broader Iranian retaliation following US-Israel military actions.

The Independent UK

England Lions match against Pakistan Shaheens called off amid security concerns in UAE

The two sides had been scheduled to meet in a 50-over match in Abu Dhabi

International Business Times

Regional Airspace Shuts Down After U.S.–Israel Strikes On Iran; Fatality Reported In Abu Dhabi

Multiple governments closed their airspace, grounding commercial flights and diverting inbound aircraft amid concerns over missile activity and expanding military operations.

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