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Reuters

US and Israeli strikes on Iran trigger region‑wide airspace closures; Dubai International shut as Emirates suspends flights

Coordinated US and Israeli strikes on Iran, followed by Iranian missile attacks, forced region‑wide airspace closures and left Dubai International Airport indefinitely closed. Thousands of passengers were stranded as carriers — including Emirates — suspended flights to, from and over the Gulf, prompting widespread diversions and cancellations.

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2026-02-28T02:17:05.824078-08:00
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defence-blog.com • Dylan Malyasov

Israel begins evacuating civilian aircraft outside its territory amid military operations

By defence-blog.com: Israel has begun evacuating civilian aircraft from its territory as part of emergency measures linked to ongoing military operations, according to a joint statement released by the country’s Ministry of Transportation.

2026-02-28T04:02:19.854482-08:00
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Reuters • David Shepardson

FAA to cap summer flights at Chicago O'Hare after airlines overschedule

By Reuters: The Federal Aviation Administration plans to reduce flights at Chicago O'Hare airport this summer, saying major airlines have overscheduled flights, the agency said on Friday.

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2026-02-27T14:37:19.706032-08:00