politics
February 28, 2026
Drone Hits Dubai Airport: Thick Smoke Spreads, Passenger Evacuation Ordered, Injuries Reported
The terminal of Dubai International Airport was reportedly hit tonight during an Iranian attack, after which an emergency evacuation was ordered!
TL;DR
- Dubai International Airport terminal reportedly hit during an Iranian attack.
- Emergency evacuation ordered, and four people were injured.
- Thick smoke seen at the terminal, with unverified videos circulating online.
- All flights at DXB and Dubai World Central (DWC) suspended indefinitely.
- Regional air space closures in Western Asia affected dozens of flights.
- The incident occurs amidst "large combat operations" announced by US leader Donald Trump against Iran.
- Israel had previously announced a "preemptive" military strike on Iran.
- Iranian drones and missiles reportedly targeted US bases, Israel, luxury areas of Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain, and Kuwait's international airport.
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