Some flights at Dubai International Airport have gradually resumed hours after a drone strike, according to local authorities.
The Dubai Media Office, citing the Civil Aviation Authority, reported that flights are operating to select destinations.
Emirates Airline says limited operations have restarted after a hiatus and some cancellations, according to The Associated Press.
A drone struck a fuel tank at the airport early Monday, causing a fire and forcing the temporary suspension of flights, The Associated Press reported. No casualties were reported.
The U.S. and Israel launched what they described as a pre-emptive strike against Iran on February 28, claiming that Tehran was developing a nuclear weapon and posed a threat—an allegation Iran has denied. In response, Iran launched counterattacks, firing missiles and drones at Israel, as well as at U.S. assets and other targets across the Middle East.
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