UAE residents face travel and trade disruptions amid US-Iran standoff

  • UAE
  • August 24, 2026

Tensions between the US and Iran are continuing to affect travel, trade, and shipping across the Gulf. As of Monday, August 24, 2026, Emirates has cancelled select Dubai-Bahrain services, while other flights remain operational.

Meanwhile, the Strait of Hormuz faces disruption threats, prompting the UAE to remain on high defense alert and suspend commercial activities, trade exchanges, and financial transactions with Tehran.

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