Tuesday, March 17, 2026

United Arab Emirates briefly closes airspace as Israel strikes Lebanon and Tehran

United Arab Emirates briefly closes airspace as Israel strikes Lebanon and Tehran (Thanks to Sam for this) 

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Fire and plumes of smoke rises after a drone struck a fuel tank forcing the temporary suspension of flights. near Dubai International Airport, in United Arab Emirates, early Monday, March 16, 2026 (AP)