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Emirates Flights Return to Kerala as Dubai Airport Halts Ops Amid West Asia Conflict

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News18•16-03-2026, 12:08

Emirates Flights Return to Kerala as Dubai Airport Halts Ops Amid West Asia Conflict

•Two Dubai-bound Emirates flights from Thiruvananthapuram and Kochi returned to Kerala due to a security incident at Dubai International Airport.
•Dubai International Airport (DXB) temporarily suspended operations after a drone-related incident triggered a fire near the facility.
•The flights, carrying hundreds of passengers, landed safely back at Thiruvananthapuram and Cochin International Airport.
•The disruption occurs amidst escalating West Asia conflict, with UAE intercepting drones/missiles launched from Iran.
•Saudi Arabia also reported intercepting over 60 drones, highlighting growing regional security concerns across the Gulf.

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