Gulf States: Humanitarian

Domestic

Major airports in Dubai and the UAE suspended flights following regional attacks launched by Iran, causing widespread travel disruption. Thousands of international travelers were stranded, prompting governments to organize repatriation flights. Local authorities instructed hotels not to evict guests, and a Dubai firm offered free hotel stays. Emirates, Etihad, and other airlines began operating a limited number of flights to facilitate departures, with Dubai Airports warning passengers not to come to the airport without airline confirmation. Debris from intercepted drones fell in residential areas of Dubai, resulting in at least two injuries and one fatality in a vehicle.

International

The regional attacks and subsequent airport closures left tens of thousands of travelers stranded, including tourists and celebrities, with many flights canceled. People in Dubai reported missile interceptions and debris, leading to panic buying. Some individuals secured private jets to depart, while others appealed to their governments for assistance. Indian citizens in Dubai faced dangerous conditions and personal crises; one mother was stranded while trying to reunite with her toddlers, and another man confronted a substantial medical bill for his mother in intensive care. Actress Lara Dutta described a frightening escape from Dubai with her daughter amid missile strikes and sonic booms.