Dubai, Abu Dhabi News Live Updates: IndiGo suspends flights to 6 gulf cities until March 28

Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi Attack News Today Live Updates: As the US–Israel war with Iran entered its third week on Saturday, the UAE reported that it intercepted seven ballistic missiles and 27 drones launched from Iran on Friday. The death toll stands at six, with 141 people injured. In a major development, the US said it bombed “every military target” on Iran’s Kharg Island, threatening continued attacks on the island’s oil infrastructure if Iran continues to block ships from traversing the Strait of Hormuz. Iran has warned of retaliatory strikes on facilities in the region owned by oil companies which coordinate with US. At least 1,300 people have been killed in Iran since the war began, the Iranian ambassador to the United Nations said Wednesday, CNN reported. In southern Lebanon, an Israeli strike killed nine family members, including five children. Hezbollah reaction: Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem on Friday said his group will not allow Israel to eradicate it. He called on the Lebanese government to stop making “free concessions.” “We will not allow the enemy to achieve its goal of eliminating our existence,” he said in a televised address. CHECK LATEST UPDATES ON THE US-ISRAEL VS IRAN WAR HERE ## Here are other top updates: • The United States government is offering a reward of up to $10 million for information on key Iranian leaders, including the new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei. Supreme National Security Council Secretary Ali Larijani is among those listed. • According to UAE state media, the government has ordered the arrest of at least 10 people for publishing clips of the country’s air defence systems intercepting aerial attacks. Abu Dhabi has also arrested at least 45 people for filming and spreading misinformation during the attacks. • Responding to a question by a BBC reporter on how long the war will last, Trump said: “I can’t tell you that. I mean, I have my own idea, but what good does it do? It’ll be as long as it’s necessary. They’ve been decimated.” • The Qatari Interior Ministry had earlier ordered evacuations in some parts of the country as a “temporary precautionary measure.” It later clarified that the order applies only to residents in specified areas who received notifications through the National Alert System. Rajesh Kumar Sinha, Special Secretary, Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways of India said in a press briefing Saturday that all its seafarers in the Persian Gulf are safe, with two LPG carriers crossing the Strait of Hormuz and heading to Mundra and Kandla with 92,700 tonnes of LPG. "No untoward incidents have been reported in the past 24 hours", Sinha said, adding that two Indian-flagged LPG carriers, 'Shivalik' and 'Nanda Devi', safely transited the Strait of Hormuz and are heading to India carrying about 92,700 tonnes of LPG, expected to reach Mundra and Kandla on March 16 and 17. > #watch | Delhi: Rajesh Kumar Sinha, Shipping Ministry, GoI says, "All Indian seafarers in the Persian Gulf region are safe, and no untoward incidents involving them have been reported over the last 24 hours. There were 24 Indian-flagged vessels in the Persian Gulf, situated to… pic.twitter.com/YY9DWZhy9J— ANI (@ANI) March 14, 2026 #watch | Delhi: Rajesh Kumar Sinha, Shipping Ministry, GoI says, "All Indian seafarers in the Persian Gulf region are safe, and no untoward incidents involving them have been reported over the last 24 hours. There were 24 Indian-flagged vessels in the Persian Gulf, situated to… pic.twitter.com/YY9DWZhy9J Iranian Tasnim News Agency warned residents in the UAE to evacuate areas near Jebel Ali, Khalifa and Fujairah ports, calling them potential targets due to alleged US military presence. Iran’s Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters spokesperson said it plans to target missile launch sites used by US forces in several UAE cities, accusing them of launching attacks on Iranian islands from Emirati ports and facilities. Iran said it considers such strikes a “legitimate right” to defend its sovereignty, the repost said. (With inputs from Tasnim News Agency) The UAE has condemned a drone attack targeting its Consulate General in Iraqi Kurdistan, which injured two security personnel and caused damage to the building. In a statement, the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs said attacks on diplomatic missions violate international law, including the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations. The UAE described the incident as a dangerous escalation that threatens regional security and stability. (With inputs from Khaleej Times) Iran thanked Sri Lanka for assisting in rescuing sailors after the US torpedo attack on the Dena destroyer off Sri Lanka’s coast, according to Tasnim News Agency. During a phone call with Sri Lankan Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath, Araghchi also expressed gratitude for Colombo’s assistance in repatriating the remains of 84 sailors killed in the attack. The two ministers also discussed the relationship between Iran and Sri Lanka, the news agency reported. (With inputs from Tasnim News Agency) IndiGo has suspended flights to Doha, Kuwait, Bahrain, Dammam, Fujairah, Ras Al Khaimah and Sharjah until March 28 due to regional disruptions, according to news agency Reuters. The move comes amid ongoing regional tensions and airspace disruptions affecting aviation across parts of West Asia. Earlier, the airline company had also stated of gradually restoring flights to parts of the Middle East and select European routes, reopening bookings for services scheduled between March 16 and March 28 on its official X handle. (With inputs from Reuters) UAE air defences intercepted nine ballistic missiles and 33 drones launched from Iran on March 14, with no new injuries reported, the defence ministry said in a statement on its official X handle on Saturday. Since the conflict began, UAE forces have intercepted 294 ballistic missiles, 15 cruise missiles and about 1,600 drones launched from Iran, the post read. These attacks have caused 6 deaths and 141 "minor to moderate injuries", the statement added. The defence ministry said it remains fully prepared to counter any threats and protect the UAE’s sovereignty, security and national interests. > UAE air defences engage 9 ballistic missiles, 33 UAVs.The UAE air defence systems on 14th March engaged 9 ballistic missiles and 33 UAVs launched from Iran.Since the onsets of the blatant Iranian aggression, UAE air defences have engaged 294 ballistic missiles, 15 cruise… pic.twitter.com/22bLu5vdHH— وزارة الدفاع |MOD UAE (@modgovae) March 14, 2026 UAE air defences engage 9 ballistic missiles, 33 UAVs.The UAE air defence systems on 14th March engaged 9 ballistic missiles and 33 UAVs launched from Iran.Since the onsets of the blatant Iranian aggression, UAE air defences have engaged 294 ballistic missiles, 15 cruise… pic.twitter.com/22bLu5vdHH Iran’s navy claims it launched multiple waves of attacks on US bases in Abu Dhabi and Bahrain, targeting Patriot radar systems, planes and aircraft fuel storage tanks. IRGC Navy chief Admiral Alireza Tangsiri said to Iranian media that Iranian naval forces launched “several consecutive waves” of attacks against US forces in three military bases in the region: Al Dhafra base in Abu Dhabi and Sheikh Isa base in Bahrain. (Al Jazeera) Citibank branches in Dubai and Bahrain’s capital Manama were targeted by unidentified drones amid escalating regional tensions, according to reports cited by Iranian Tasnim News Agency. Following the incident in Dubai’s financial district, some international banks reportedly evacuated staff and shifted parts of their operations to remote work due to security concerns. Similar drone and missile attack reports emerged from Manama, a key financial hub and host to the US Navy’s Fifth Fleet. Analysts warn that attacks on financial centres could signal an expansion of the conflict into economic infrastructure. (Tasnim News Agency) The UAE has waived visa overstay fines for travellers stranded due to flight disruptions, prompting many visitors to delay visa extensions while waiting for normal flights to resume. Travel agents say visa renewal inquiries have dropped as visitors wait for flights to resume amid high ticket prices. The waiver allows travellers to stay without penalties if visas expire, though standard fees still apply for those who choose to extend or renew their visas. (Khaleej Times) Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has warned that US “hideouts” in the United Arab Emirates could become legitimate targets for Iran following American strikes on Iran’s Kharg Island. In a statement carried by Iran’s Tasnim News Agency, as reported by Al Jazeera, the IRGC said it reserved the right to target the origin of US missile attacks, including shipping ports, docks and locations where American forces are stationed in the UAE. The group also urged residents to stay away from ports, docks and US military areas in the UAE to avoid harm. (Al Jazeera) Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi claims the US is now urging countries, including India, to buy Russian oil despite earlier pressuring them to halt imports. In a post on X, Araghchi said Washington had spent months pushing India to stop buying Russian crude but had changed its stance after the war with Iran escalated. The comments came after the US issued a 30-day waiver on March 5 allowing India to purchase Russian oil, amid tensions linked to the conflict involving Iran. Araghchi also criticised Western support for military action against Iran, calling the war “illegal” and accusing European countries of backing it to gain US support against Russia. (With inputs from PTI) > The U.S. spent months on bullying India into ending oil imports from Russia. After two weeks of war with Iran, White House is now begging the world—incl India—to buy Russian crude.Europe thought backing illegal war on Iran would win U.S. support against Russia.Pathetic. pic.twitter.com/fbkrXpXa9P— Seyed Abbas Araghchi (@araghchi) March 13, 2026 The U.S. spent months on bullying India into ending oil imports from Russia. After two weeks of war with Iran, White House is now begging the world—incl India—to buy Russian crude.Europe thought backing illegal war on Iran would win U.S. support against Russia.Pathetic. pic.twitter.com/fbkrXpXa9P A fire broke out in Fujairah after debris from a drone fell during an interception, UAE's Fujairah Media Office reported, adding that no injuries were reported. Akasa Air will levy a fuel surcharge ranging from ₹199 to ₹1,300 on domestic and international flight tickets from March 15 due to rising aviation turbine fuel prices amid West Asia tensions. The airline said the surcharge will apply to bookings made from March 15 and will vary depending on the flight duration. The move follows a spike in jet fuel prices linked to geopolitical tensions in West Asia. Other airlines including Air India, Air India Express and IndiGo have already introduced similar surcharges. > Important update pic.twitter.com/kdBhX3aCXW— Akasa Air (@AkasaAir) March 14, 2026 Important update pic.twitter.com/kdBhX3aCXW Just days after Dubai's Global Village announced that it will be closed until further notice, the popular family destination on Saturday said it cancelled its fireworks and drone shows scheduled for Eid Al Fitr this year, Khaleej Times reported. "Global Village is following the country-wide government directives of no fireworks and drone shows," it said in a statement. Some oil loading operations in ⁠the port ​of UAE's Fujairah, ​outside ​the Strait ⁠of Hormuz, ‌have been suspended after a drone ⁠attack ⁠and ⁠fire ‌on Saturday ​morning, Reuters reported citing Bloomberg ‌News. Due to the ongoing crisis in the Middle East, following US and Israeli attacks on Iran, thousands of passengers across the region have been left stranded. Airlines are consistently issuing updates and advisories to keep passengers updated and informed. Here’s what to expect as the Iran war spills over to Day 15. Air Canada has announced that its Toronto-Dubai flights will remain cancelled until at least May 1 due to the ongoing unrest in the Middle East. In a statement posted on social media, the airline said it plans to gradually reintroduce the service once flights can safely resume. In the meantime, Air Canada said it is adding more capacity on its Delhi route to provide travellers with alternative options for travel to Canada. US President Donald Trump said US forces had obliterated targets on Iran’s Kharg Island, which houses the country’s main oil export terminal. Iran’s Parliament Speaker warned that the strikes would provoke a new level of retaliation. A US official said 2,500 additional Marines and an amphibious assault ship are being deployed to the Middle East as the conflict with Iran enters its second week. Iran’s state-affiliated Fars News Agency said no oil infrastructure was damaged in the US strikes on Kharg Island, CNN reported. United States on Friday gave a summary of its Operation Epic Fury on Iran. Taking to X, the official handle of Rapid Response wrote: OPERATION EPIC FURY: Ballistic missile attacks down 90%. Drone attacks down 95%. 6,000+ targets struck. 90+ Iranian vessels destroyed. Iran's entire ballistic missile capacity functionally destroyed. Iranian navy assessed as combat ineffective. Overwhelming air dominance over Iran. > OPERATION EPIC FURY:— Ballistic missile attacks down 90%.— Drone attacks down 95%.— 6,000+ targets struck.— 90+ Iranian vessels destroyed.— Iran's entire ballistic missile capacity functionally destroyed.— Iranian navy assessed as combat ineffective.— Overwhelming…— Rapid Response 47 (@RapidResponse47) March 13, 2026 OPERATION EPIC FURY:— Ballistic missile attacks down 90%.— Drone attacks down 95%.— 6,000+ targets struck.— 90+ Iranian vessels destroyed.— Iran's entire ballistic missile capacity functionally destroyed.— Iranian navy assessed as combat ineffective.— Overwhelming… The US Department of State on Friday said that over 50,000 Americans have returned safely to the US from Middle East. "Personnel are working 24/7 to help Americans depart the Middle East," the department said in a post on X. The department added that nearly 34,000 Americans have been directly assisted by the 24/7 Task Force. It urged citizens to call on +1-202-501-4444 if assistance is needed. > .@StateDept personnel are working 24/7 to help Americans depart the Middle East.• Over 50,000 Americans have safely returned to the U.S.• Over 4 dozen U.S. charter flights have brought Americans home• Nearly 34,000 Americans have been directly assisted by our 24/7 Task… pic.twitter.com/KRBQ0eP1lq— Tommy Pigott (@StateDeputySpox) March 13, 2026 .@StateDept personnel are working 24/7 to help Americans depart the Middle East.• Over 50,000 Americans have safely returned to the U.S.• Over 4 dozen U.S. charter flights have brought Americans home• Nearly 34,000 Americans have been directly assisted by our 24/7 Task… pic.twitter.com/KRBQ0eP1lq US Embassy in Baghdad, Iraq was attacked Saturday, Iranian state media reported. > 🎥 انهدام سامانۀ پدافندی سفارت آمریکا در بغدادمنابع عراقی اعلام کردند که رادار سفارت آمریکا در بغداد مورد هدف یک پهپاد انتحاری قرار گرفته است. pic.twitter.com/hGsMJc5EzJ— خبرگزاری فارس (@FarsNews_Agency) March 14, 2026 🎥 انهدام سامانۀ پدافندی سفارت آمریکا در بغدادمنابع عراقی اعلام کردند که رادار سفارت آمریکا در بغداد مورد هدف یک پهپاد انتحاری قرار گرفته است. pic.twitter.com/hGsMJc5EzJ Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Defense Saturday said it intercepted a drone in the eastern region. > المتحدث الرسمي لـ #_: اعتراض وتدمير مسيّرة في المنطقة الشرقية. pic.twitter.com/AjGGKOhoRw— وزارة الدفاع (@modgovksa) March 14, 2026 المتحدث الرسمي لـ #_: اعتراض وتدمير مسيّرة في المنطقة الشرقية. pic.twitter.com/AjGGKOhoRw Authorities in Dubai have confirmed that the incident caused by debris from a successful interception, which struck the facade of a building in central Dubai, has been fully contained, adding that no fires or injuries were reported. > Authorities confirmed that the incident caused by debris from a successful interception, which struck the façade of a building in central Dubai, has been fully contained. No fire occurred and no injuries were reported.— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) March 14, 2026 Authorities confirmed that the incident caused by debris from a successful interception, which struck the façade of a building in central Dubai, has been fully contained. No fire occurred and no injuries were reported.