Gulf News has issued a detailed bulletin for UAE residents after talks aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz stalled and Houthi forces launched fresh attacks on Riyadh airport. The paper highlights official guidance to monitor airline notices closely, as services linking the UAE and Saudi Arabia remain vulnerable to sudden cancellations. Iranian officials said Washington’s latest response to a seven-point proposal was “inadequate”, while Gulf carriers condemned the airport strikes that left 12 people dead. The report notes that UAE authorities have not changed entry requirements but urge travellers to stay abreast of security developments, avoid filming military sites, and register for government alerts when abroad. Oil-market volatility adds another layer of uncertainty: Brent traded above US$ 103 per barrel on Monday, raising the prospect of higher jet-fuel costs and fare increases if conflict escalates. Logistics managers shipping goods through Jebel Ali or Dubai International are advised to review contingency routings in case of airspace closures. Companies with regional operations should refresh staff evacuation and shelter-in-place plans, verify communication trees, and ensure that critical travellers have flexible tickets and adequate insurance coverage for war-risk zones.
Source: Gulf News
