# Iran Fires Missile at Dubai Airport, Apologizes, Promises to Suspend Attacks on Neighbors

_Mar 7 16:16_

Tags: Emirates, Dubai, Iran, Middle East, airline, safety & operations, industry news

Iran fired a missile near Dubai International Airport on March 7, 2026, halting operations. Emirates resumed limited service. Iran's president announced a suspension of attacks on neighboring countries, offering hope for network recovery

## Summary

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

## Why it matters

Affects Emirates loyalty members and route planners.

## Sources cited

- [One Mile at a Time](https://onemileatatime.com/news/iran-fires-missile-dubai-airport-apologizes-promises-stop) — Iran Fires Another Missile At Dubai Airport, Apologizes, Promises To Stop

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