The Latest Breaking News from Emirates

Which airlines are still flying to the Middle East and what happens if I fly there?

The ‘Middle East 3’ – Emirates and Etihad of the UAE and Qatar Airways – are resuming flying

The Independent UK · Mar 19

Middle East Airports Face Ongoing Disruptions Amid Escalating Regional Conflict

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — Major airports across the Middle East remain hampered by airspace restrictions, intermittent closures and security threats as a widening conflict involving Iran

International Business Times · Mar 18

TSA wait times — how to track delays at airports during the government shutdown

The months-long government shutdown is deeply impacting TSA staffing levels, so security wait times are getting longer. Here's how to see how long you could be waiting.

Tom’s Guide · Mar 17

Thousands on UK flights hit by latest Dubai airport shutdown after drone strike

Dubai International Airport suspended flights on Monday after a drone strike hit a nearby fuel tank, significantly disrupting thousands of British travellers. Numerous Emirates flights were either diverted or cancelled, including five flights from UK airports that were forced to return to their points of origin. A flight from London…

The Independent UK · Mar 16

Is Dubai International Airport Open? Airport Gradually Resumes Operations After Drone Strike

Dubai, United Arab Emirates — Dubai International Airport (DXB), the world's busiest hub for international passenger traffic, was temporarily closed early Monday, March 16, 2026, following a drone-related incident that ignited a fire at a nearby fuel tank, but authorities have since announced a gradual resumption of flights as safety…

International Business Times · Mar 16

Emirates UK passengers on ‘flights to nowhere’ amid Dubai shutdown

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The Independent UK · Mar 16

Thousand of Emirates passengers suffer ‘flights to nowhere’ from UK as drone strike causes another Dubai shutdown

Exclusive: Emirates passengers from Edinburgh are back in the Scottish capital, while those from Stansted are in Vienna

The Independent UK · Mar 16

UAE March 16 flight update: Emirates suspends flights from Dubai, Etihad Airways and Air India announce limited schedule

The escalating tensions amid the Iran vs US-Israel war, have left much of the Middle East in a crisis. From flights to roadways and even markets, every aspect of daily life has been affected while the authorities work their best to monitor the situation and calm it.

The Times of India · Mar 16

‘DM your details’: Travellers warned of scam airline accounts as Iran war disrupts flights

Criminals exploiting Middle East crisis by targeting customers seeking help or refunds from affected carriers

The Guardian - UK · Mar 15

How Arsenal’s Next Five Premier League Games Compare to Man City’s

The fight for the English crown is beginning to look a little like a runaway. After FA Cup fixtures took center stage last weekend, Premier League action retur

Sports Illustrated · Mar 14