Flight Disruptions Continue Amid Ongoing U.S.-Iran Conflict
The U.S.-Iran conflict has led to widespread flight cancellations across the Middle East, with only Dubai International Airport and Al Maktoum International Airport partially operational. In the last 84 hours, Dubai Airports managed over 1,140 flights to assist stranded passengers. Etihad Airways plans to resume limited flights from Abu Dhabi starting Friday, aiming to operate to over 70 destinations until March 19. Malaysia Airlines and SriLankan Airlines are also adding flights to support affected travellers. The situation remains tense, with missile and drone attacks reported in the region, including interceptions in Saudi Arabia and Qatar. Concerns over rising oil prices and inflation in India have been raised, as the conflict disrupts energy supplies from the Middle East.
Published 12 hours ago • 06 Mar 2026, 05:53 PM IST