Israel Iran War · 7 March 2026
Middle East airlines restore flights, Dubai Airport sees 1000 departures.
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Leading Gulf airlines, including Emirates, Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways, are gradually bringing flights back online after sections of Middle Eastern airspace reopened. Initial efforts focus on restoring key connections linking the UAE with Saudi Arabia, Qatar and India while helping travellers affected by earlier cancellations. Timetables remain subject to change as authorities continue reviewing safety conditions. The steady restart of operations reflects early signs of recovery for one of the world’s busiest aviation networks.
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