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Qatar and Etihad Airways loosen loyalty programme requirements

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The Independent UK

Etihad and Qatar Airways enhance loyalty programmes as Iran war impacts flights

‘The change recognises that many members have experienced disruptions to their travel plans,’ said Etihad

The Independent UK

Is Abu Dhabi Airport Open Right Now? Zayed International Airport Handling Flights Though In Limited Capacity

Zayed International Airport, the main gateway to the United Arab Emirates capital, is open and handling flights as of March 19.

International Business Times

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Which airlines are still flying to the Middle East and what happens if I fly there?

The ‘Middle East 3’ – Emirates and Etihad of the UAE and Qatar Airways – are resuming flying

The Independent UK

Major Gulf airlines change loyalty requirements as Iran war impacts flights

Etihad and Qatar Airways have modified their loyalty programme requirements reflecting the reduction in air travel.

Euronews

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Sports Illustrated

Bayern Munich vs. Atalanta: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

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Liverpool vs. Galatasaray: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

A solitary goal in Istanbul means the Turkish giants hold a slender advantage.

Sports Illustrated

Real Madrid Player Ratings vs. Man City: Vintage Vinicius Jr Silences Etihad

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Sports Illustrated

I flew through Abu Dhabi’s no-go zone – here’s what happened

Exclusive: The Foreign Office says Abu Dhabi and Dubai are off-limits, but flights to and from both airports are full of UK holidaymakers. Simon Calder checked in for a flight to the ‘danger zone’ to find out what awaits them

The Independent UK

Heathrow Terminal 4 loses third of passengers as Iran war leaves airport empty

Exclusive: Cancellations by Qatar Airways, Etihad, Gulf Air, Kuwait Airways and El Al are hitting 9,000 Heathrow passengers daily

The Independent UK

UAE March 16 flight update: Emirates suspends flights from Dubai, Etihad Airways and Air India announce limited schedule

The escalating tensions amid the Iran vs US-Israel war, have left much of the Middle East in a crisis. From flights to roadways and even markets, every aspect of daily life has been affected while the authorities work their best to monitor the situation and calm it.

The Times of India

‘DM your details’: Travellers warned of scam airline accounts as Iran war disrupts flights

Criminals exploiting Middle East crisis by targeting customers seeking help or refunds from affected carriers

The Guardian - UK

Yesterday Dubai – tomorrow, who knows? How Iran conflict could change UK travel plans once and for all

Dubai, seen for decades as a safe and serene haven, now finds itself on the Foreign Office no-go – along with Abu Dhabi, just down the road in the UAE, and Doha in Qatar. So what does this mean for the future of tourism in the Gulf? Simon Calder finds…

The Independent UK

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Can we rely on our airline to get us back safely to the UK?

TRAVEL QUESTIONS: Simon Calder answers your questions on travelling home from Cambodia, cancelled flights from Sri Lanka, choosing between refunds and rebookings, and the ETA rules for dual citizens

The Independent UK

Pay three times more to avoid the UAE? I’ll take my chances in Abu Dhabi duty-free

TRAVEL INSIDER: In his latest newsletter, Simon Calder shares his journey from Yogyakarta to London amid Gulf tensions, reflecting on disrupted stopovers, costly detours, and the wider ways the conflict is reshaping global travel

Evening Standard

Which London-Dubai flights are operating and which are cancelled? Latest travel news amid Middle East conflict

Latest flight cancellations as passengers have faced over two weeks of travel disruption due to the regional conflict

The Times of India

UAE travel alert: Etihad Airways announces schedule for March 10-12, check destinations

The Iran-US-Israel war has left thousands of passengers stranded across the UAE due to airspace shutdown, flight cancellations and mid-air diversions. While the UAE authorities have been commended for their aid to the tourists, providing hotel and food vouchers along with transportation, many have been vying to go home on…

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The Independent UK

How will the Gulf crisis hit passenger confidence? Travel industry figures make their predictions

Exclusive: ‘To be honest, it feels like Covid part two’ says Julia Lo Bue-Said, CEO of Advantage Travel Partnership

The Times of India

UAE to India flights resume? Air India to operate 32 special flights on March 9

Thousands of travellers have been stranded across the UAE since February 28, after widespread airspace closures were announced in the region. Triggered by the rising geopolitical tensions due to the Iran-US-Israel war, numerous Gulf countries and those connected to their airways, were forced to cancel and reschedule flights, forcing numerous…

The Independent UK

How long will Gulf flight chaos continue – and what are stranded passengers’ options?

The Man Who Pays His Way: How will the Middle East airlines ever rebuild confidence?

The Guardian - UK

Airline groundings expose depth of world travel’s reliance on Gulf corridor

Restart of operations will be a relief to those stranded but may not dispel doubts raised by past week about key transit hub

The Times of India

Emirates, Etihad, Air Arabia, flydubai: How to claim refunds, rebook for UAE flights amid US-Israel war against Iran

Middle East air travel faced major disruptions due to airspace closures, leading to widespread flight cancellations. Major UAE carriers like Emirates, Etihad, Air Arabia and flydubai are offering flexible rebooking, refunds and travel credits to affected passengers. While operations are gradually resuming, travellers are advised to stay updated and utilise…

Euronews

Middle East flights: Lufthansa and Air France extend suspensions on key routes

Lufthansa Group's airlines will not fly to and from a number of Middle East and Gulf destinations until 24 October.

International Business Times

Is Abu Dhabi Airport Open? Airport Remains Partially Open Amid Regional Disruptions, Limited Flights Operating

Zayed International Airport (AUH), the main gateway to the United Arab Emirates capital, is partially operational as of March 6, 2026, following several days of significant disruptions tied to escalating regional tensions in the Middle East.

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