Global Airlines Suspend Middle East Flights Amid US-Israel Strikes on Iran

Following joint US and Israel strikes on Iran on February 28, 2026, multiple Middle Eastern countries including Iran, Israel, Iraq, UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, and Bahrain closed their airspace, leading to widespread flight cancellations and rerouting by global airlines. Major hubs like Dubai International Airport suspended operations, stranding thousands of passengers. Airlines such as Emirates, Qatar Airways, Lufthansa, KLM, and Air India halted or adjusted flights citing safety concerns amid escalating regional tensions and missile exchanges. Aviation authorities and carriers continue to monitor the evolving security situation before resuming services.