Drone strike damages fuel tank, causing flight disruptions at Dubai Airport

Flights at Dubai International Airport were temporarily suspended following a drone attack that ignited a fuel tank, causing significant smoke in the area. The Civil Aviation Authority announced the precautionary halt around 1:30 AM, leading to diversions of some flights to Al Maktoum International Airport. By 6 AM, operations were gradually resuming, but most arrivals faced delays. This incident adds to the ongoing travel disruptions in the region amid escalating conflict in Iran.

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