Iranian Drone Strikes Dubai Airport Fuel Tank — Emirates Suspends All Flights

An Iranian Shahed-type drone struck a fuel storage tank near Dubai International Airport, igniting a large fire visible across the city. Emirates airline, the UAE's flagship carrier and one of the world's largest, temporarily suspended all departures and arrivals. Dubai Airports authority declared an emergency response. UAE air defense forces were already stretched across multiple intercept operations. The strike represents Iran's most disruptive attack on Dubai to date, directly hitting civilian aviation infrastructure at one of the world's busiest airports. Flights resumed after several hours as the fire was brought under control, but the attack rattled investor confidence in Dubai's status as a safe transit hub.