Paris, France, March 2, 2026 (AFP) - Key Gulf air hubs caught up in Iran conflict

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2026-03-02

Thriving thanks to their strategic geographical position, strong state backing and leading carriers, huge air hubs in the Gulf oil kingdoms have been shaken by the conflict over Iran. Following US and Israel strikes on the Islamic Republic, Iran's retaliatory strikes have hit targets across the Gulf, forcing authorities to close airspace and stalling traffic at big hubs such as Dubai and Abu Dhabi. "Gulf airspace closures are disrupting aviation......

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