UAE shuts airspace following Iranian missile, drone strikes

Iran Herald · March 17, 2026 War

Abu Dhabi [UAE], March 17 (ANI): The General Civil Aviation Authority has announced the temporary and full closure of the United Arab Emirates airspace, Al Jazeera reported. As per Al Jazeera, State media said the move was 'an exceptional precautionary measure' aimed at ensuring the safety of flights and air crews, as well as safeguarding the UAE's territory.

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