Air traffic in the UAE was stopped for some time on Tuesday. Regional tensions have increased significantly after explosions were heard over Dubai due to threats of missile and drone attacks linked to Iran. Authorities confirmed the temporary closure of the airspace for security reasons as military forces responded to incoming threats.
Why were airlines stopped in UAE?
According to officials, the decision to close the airspace was taken as per security protocols. After the explosion in the sky of Dubai, flights were put on hold to avoid any major damage. The Army successfully countered the drone and missile threats after which the situation was declared safe. After some time, flight operations were resumed at the airport due to which the passengers heaved a sigh of relief.
Security alerts and impact on oil facilities
An oil facility has also been reported affected during this incident, which has increased concern in business circles. With regional tensions reaching this level, surveillance on international trade routes has been increased. This is an important update for expatriates living in UAE and especially Indian travelers as in such a situation there may be a sudden change in flight timings. At present, the administration has clarified that all services are now running normally.
