Dubai: The United Arab Emirates briefly shut down its airspace early Tuesday as security forces responded to missile and drone threats linked to the escalating conflict in West Asia. Authorities later reopened the skies after officials confirmed that the situation had stabilised.
According to the General Civil Aviation Authority, flight restrictions were imposed as a precaution while the country’s defence systems intercepted aerial threats believed to have originated from Iran.
Residents in Dubai reported hearing multiple explosions early in the morning as the military engaged incoming drones and missiles. The developments prompted authorities to issue warnings to the public about possible aerial attacks before temporarily halting air traffic.
The state-run Emirates News Agency later confirmed that the restriction on flights was lifted shortly after it was introduced, allowing normal aviation operations to resume.
Meanwhile, officials reported that a drone strike reignited a blaze at an oil tanker storage area in Fujairah. Emergency teams managed to contain the situation and no casualties were reported.
The temporary closure highlighted the delicate balance authorities are trying to maintain as they continue to safeguard the country while ensuring international flight operations continue for major carriers such as Emirates and Etihad Airways.
The incident unfolded as tensions across the region intensified further. The military of Israel announced fresh large-scale strikes targeting sites in Tehran and increased operations against Hezbollah in Lebanon.
The renewed hostilities followed reports that attacks had been launched from Iranian territory, raising concerns that the conflict could expand further across the region
