Dubai International Airport was evacuated on Saturday evening amid heightened tensions in the Middle East, with authorities suspending flight operations and advising passengers to stay away from the facility.
Videos circulating on social media showed travellers leaving the airport in a hurry as security concerns escalated. Officials have not confirmed that the airport was directly hit, but the evacuation followed reports of Iranian missile activity across parts of the Gulf region.
Earlier in the day, airport authorities announced the temporary suspension of flights, citing safety reasons after military strikes involving the United States and Israel intensified the regional conflict. Passengers were urged not to proceed to the airport and to check with their airlines for further information.
Dubai International Airport is widely regarded as the busiest hub for international passengers, making the disruption significant for global travel. Airlines have begun cancelling and rerouting flights as several Gulf countries review airspace safety measures.
Authorities in the United Arab Emirates have yet to release detailed information about the specific security threat that prompted the evacuation. However, officials said the safety of passengers and airport staff remains the top priority.
Further updates are expected as the situation develops and regional tensions continue to unfold.
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