Dubai, April 1, 2026 (AFP) - Iranian nationals face tough new restrictions to enter UAE: airlines, agencies

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Iranians have been barred from entering the UAE with only a few exceptions, Dubai-based airlines said, while travel agencies reported high visa rejections for Iranians since the Middle East war began. The restrictions are the latest sign of deteriorating ties between Iran and the UAE, more than a month into Iran's Gulf campaign, which has hit the United Arab Emirates harder than any other country. Emirates and flydubai said on their websites that......

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