UAE Steps-Up Wartime Media Controls, Criminalises Sharing of Drone-Strike Footage
Drone Damage Shuts Fujairah Oil Terminal, Diverts Crew Changes and Supply Vessels
Dubai International Reopens to Limited Commercial Flights After Overnight Interceptions
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ICP Waives Overstay Fines, Grants Grace Period for Visitors Stranded by Airspace Closure
The UAE immigration authority has suspended overstay fines for tourists and visit-visa holders stranded by ongoing flight disruptions, giving them 30 days to leave or change status once normal schedules resume. The amnesty reduces compliance risk for employers and avoids entry-ban black marks for travellers.
UAE airlines publish March 12 status bulletin as limited flights resume
Emirates, Etihad, flydubai and Air Arabia jointly released an 12 March operational bulletin confirming that limited passenger services have resumed after regional air-space closures. Travellers can re-book or refund tickets issued before 28 February, but must wait for direct airline confirmation before heading to the airport. Corporate travel managers should expect reduced capacity and last-minute changes for at least another week.
Etihad posts new network timetable through 15 March, warns of fake refund scams
Etihad has reopened online sales on 25 routes and published a flight list valid until 15 March, but says passengers must wait for confirmation before travelling. The carrier warns of phishing scams and continues to waive change and refund fees for tickets issued before 28 February. Assignees and travel managers should monitor schedules daily and use official self-service channels.
KLM suspends all Dubai services until 28 March amid security concerns
KLM has cancelled all Dubai flights until at least 28 March, citing regional security risks, and is offering free re-booking or refunds. The move strips 2,400 weekly seats from the Amsterdam–Dubai market and will complicate travel for European corporates with Gulf operations.
Drone crash in Dubai Creek Harbour highlights ongoing aviation-security challenges
A drone believed to be of Iranian origin struck a residential tower in Dubai Creek Harbour on 12 March, causing a small fire but no casualties. The incident, coming a day after drones fell near DXB, highlights persistent security risks that can disrupt airport operations and expatriate housing. Mobility managers should update traveller-tracking and emergency-housing plans accordingly.