A drone attack near Dubai International Airport on Monday triggered a fire in a fuel tank, prompting authorities to temporarily suspend flights and close several roads around the airport. According to officials in Dubai, the fire was quickly brought under control, and no injuries were reported. Traffic on Airport Street, the Airport Tunnel, and key junctions, including Al Garhoud Bridge and Cargo Village intersections, was temporarily halted to ensure safety, while some flights were diverted to Al Maktoum International Airport. The incident comes amid escalating tensions linked to the ongoing conflict between the United States, Israel and Iran, which has disrupted aviation across the Middle East.
Smoke rises near Dubai International Airport after a drone attack hit a fuel tank, forcing temporary flight suspensions and road closures. 