UAE suspends Dubai International Airport operations following drone related incident

2026-03-16 - 04:17

The Dubai Civil Aviation Authority announced on Monday the suspension of flights at Dubai International Airport as a precautionary measure to ensure the safety of passengers and staff. The Dubai Media Office stated in a press release that passengers are advised to contact their airlines for the latest updates regarding their flights. It added that any further updates will be announced as soon as they become available. Earlier, Dubai authorities stated that it is responding to an incident near Dubai International Airport following a drone attack that ignited a fire. – Kuna