UAE condemns Iran’s attacks on Bahrain, Kuwait and Jordan
The UAE has strongly condemned what it described as renewed Iranian missile and drone attacks targeting Bahrain, Kuwait and Jordan.
In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the attacks were a flagrant violation of the sovereignty of the three countries and threatened regional security and stability. The ministry reaffirmed the UAE’s full solidarity with Bahrain, Kuwait and Jordan, backing all measures taken to protect their security.
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Flights and travel updates for UAE residents
Dubai International Airport operating normally
Dubai International Airport (DXB) remains fully operational despite regional tensions.
Dubai Airports CEO Paul Griffiths said the airport is operating at “pretty much full capacity”, with more than six million passengers travelling through DXB since the conflict began.
Etihad Airways
Etihad has extended cancellations on selected Kuwait services until July 24, including:
EY653 Abu Dhabi–Kuwait
EY654 Kuwait–Abu Dhabi
Passengers are advised to check their booking status and ensure their contact details are updated.
Emirates
Emirates has cancelled the following Kuwait services today:
EK853, EK855, EK857 and EK859 (Dubai–Kuwait)
EK854, EK856, EK858 and EK860 (Kuwait–Dubai)
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Both services operate between Dubai and Bahrain.
Air Arabia
Cancelled services include:
Sharjah–Kuwait: G9068, G9124
Abu Dhabi–Kuwait: 3L020
Travel advisory
The US State Department has issued a worldwide caution for American citizens. Travellers are advised to check directly with their airline before heading to the airport, as schedules may change at short notice.
Strait of Hormuz: Shipping latest
US Central Command (CENTCOM) said US forces have helped facilitate the transit of nearly 900 commercial vessels carrying around 450 million barrels of crude oil through the Strait of Hormuz since early May.
Meanwhile, shipping activity through the strategic waterway has slowed. Reuters, citing Kpler data, reported that only four commodity vessels crossed the strait on Monday, down from seven the previous day, as operators exercised greater caution.
Regional developments
Qatar backs Saudi Arabia
Qatar has condemned remarks by the Houthi military spokesman accusing Saudi Arabia of imposing a blockade on Yemen. Doha reaffirmed its support for Saudi Arabia and stressed the importance of protecting freedom of navigation in international waterways.
Lebanese army deploys in south
The Lebanese army has begun deploying to areas in southern Lebanon previously under Israeli control as part of a US-backed agreement, according to a military source cited by AFP.
What UAE residents should keep in mind
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