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Dubai Airport Shut After Massive Blast as U.S. Air Base Runway in Kuwait Destroyed
Operations at Dubai International Airport were abruptly suspended after a massive explosion rocked the facility during a wave of missile and drone attacks linked to the escalating conflict between Iran and a U.S.–Israel coalition. The incident triggered panic among passengers and staff and caused significant disruption to global air travel.
Explosion at one of the world’s busiest airports
Witnesses reported hearing a loud blast followed by thick plumes of smoke rising near the airport’s terminals after what officials believe was a drone or missile intercepted by air defenses near the runway. Flights were immediately halted while emergency teams rushed to the scene and evacuated sections of the airport.
Authorities confirmed that airport operations were suspended for safety checks after the incident. Initial reports suggested the blast occurred close to the runway and concourse areas, with at least four airport workers reportedly injured in earlier strikes linked to the conflict.
Dubai’s government later said the damage was relatively limited and that the explosion was likely caused by debris from an intercepted aerial threat rather than a direct strike on the airport itself.
The airport is one of the busiest international transit hubs in the world, connecting Europe, Asia and Africa, meaning even short closures can disrupt thousands of flights and tens of thousands of passengers.
U.S. air base runway damaged in Kuwait
At the same time, the regional escalation spread to Ali Al Salem Air Base, a key military installation used by U.S. and coalition forces.
Ballistic missiles targeted the base, damaging infrastructure including sections of the runway after debris from intercepted projectiles fell onto the installation. Three soldiers were reportedly injured in the attack.
The base plays a major role in coalition air operations across the Gulf, and any damage to its runway could temporarily limit aircraft deployments and military logistics in the region.
Wider regional conflict
The incidents are part of a rapidly widening confrontation following U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iranian targets, which triggered large-scale retaliatory attacks across the Gulf region. Iran has reportedly launched hundreds of drones and ballistic missiles toward military and infrastructure targets in several countries.
Explosions and fires have been reported in multiple Gulf cities, while air defense systems in several countries have been intercepting incoming missiles and drones.
Global travel disruption
The security situation has caused widespread disruption to international aviation. Multiple airlines have canceled or rerouted flights across the Middle East, while airspace closures have forced aircraft to take longer routes between Europe and Asia.
Passengers at Dubai airport described scenes of confusion as travellers were moved into shelters while explosions were heard in the distance and flights were delayed or canceled.
Rising fears of a wider war
Military analysts warn that attacks on both civilian infrastructure and U.S. military bases could push the conflict into a broader regional war if retaliatory strikes continue.
With key Gulf transport hubs and strategic bases now under threat, governments around the world are monitoring the situation closely as tensions remain extremely high.
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https://www.express.co.uk/news/world/2179429/dubai-international-airport-explosion-drone-strike/amp
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