Abu Dhabi Extends Free Hotel Stays and Issues Emergency Visas Amid Flight Disruptions

Following regional tensions that disrupted flights, Abu Dhabi's Department of Culture and Tourism directed hotels to extend free stays for stranded guests, with costs billed to the department. Approximately 20,000 passengers were accommodated amid cancellations, receiving meals and support. An Indian-origin professional praised the UAE's calm, organized airport response, highlighting emergency visa issuance for tourists without prior plans. Social media users contrasted this approach with surge pricing elsewhere, commending the UAE's humanitarian measures during the crisis.