What happened
On the morning of Saturday, March 7, 2026, an Iranian missile exploded near Dubai International Airport (DXB), causing a temporary halt to all operations and flight diversions. While damage to planes and the terminal appeared limited, the incident disrupted the network of Emirates, which had been struggling to operate reliably amid ongoing regional tensions. Emirates resumed operations within hours, though the schedule remains very limited, consisting primarily of repatriation flights. The airline hopes to scale up but faces uncertainty due to the risk of further attacks. In a significant development for frequent fliers, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian announced that the country’s temporary leadership council has approved the suspension of attacks on nearby countries. Iran committed to not carrying out missile strikes against neighbors unless an attack on Iran originates from their territory. This apology and promise of de-escalation could lead to improved reliability and expanded capacity at DXB in the coming weeks