Dozens of Greek citizens and their pets remain stranded in the United Arab Emirates after a planned government repatriation flight was unexpectedly delayed following a drone attack that disrupted airport operations in Dubai
Missiles and drones have shattered the illusion that ‘you’re not in the Middle East’—and the impact is being felt across the region
The specific group is trying to find airlines that allow pets in the cabins in order to leave Dubai, Abu Dhabi
The city, under fire from Iran and assailed by critics, is a beacon of opportunity for people around the world
The glut of stranded staff was a notable example of outsize evacuations by large companies from Gulf states
Greek travelers remain stranded in Dubai after airspace closures linked to the Iran conflict. Passengers report confusion, limited flights, and financial strain while waiting for repatriation organized by the Greek government.
Flight cancellations, airport closures and overnight explosions have left dozens of Greeks in the United Arab Emirates and the wider Gulf region facing uncertainty, fear; while some are reporting limited access to official support.
In a statement, the UAE’s Securities and Commodities Authority said that the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange and the Dubai Financial Market will remain closed on March 2 and 3.
Damage at DXB and the iconic Burj Al Arab, flights grounded, and the Gulf on the brink of a wider conflagration.
The footage shows the moment of the crash as it unfolded, with dozens of spectators witnessing the tragic incident at the air display.
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United Arab Emirates had been seen as a relatively secure place for growing numbers of Jews moving there
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