Iran-US-Israel War Dashboard
March 31, 2026 — 08:00 AM Beijing Time DAY 32 of Conflict
BREAKING: DAY 32: Trump threatens to obliterate Iran's power plants, oil wells & seize Kharg Island if Hormuz not opened by April 6 deadline. CENTCOM: 11,000+ targets struck. Iran rejects US 15-point ceasefire plan, issues 5-point counter-demand. Houthis enter war firing missiles at Israel. Brent crude $108/bbl. Iraq airspace closure expires at noon today.
Conflict Duration
Day 32
Since Feb 28, 2026 — "Operation Epic Fury"
Brent Crude Oil
$108/bbl
▲ 54% since conflict start ($70 → $108). Analysts forecast $100–$190 range. Mid-April supply crunch looming -- world losing 4.5–5M bpd.
Strait of Hormuz
PARTIAL EASING
White House says 20 additional tankers beginning to pass. 8 tankers transited this week. Pakistan-flag vessels allowed. Still far from normal.
Global Oil Disruption
4.5-5M bpd
CNBC: Mid-April supply crunch looming. Kuwait production may take 3+ months to restore. Could double to 9-10M bpd loss.
Iranian Civilian Casualties
3,486+
HRANA: 1,568 civilians + 1,918 military/unclassified. Wikipedia: 6,000+ military killed, 15,000+ wounded. 230+ children killed. 93,000+ properties damaged.
IEA Emergency Release
180M+ bbls
Record US SPR release ongoing. Jones Act waived. Russian sanctions eased. IEA coordinating global reserve drawdown.
Ships Attacked/Damaged
20+
140+ Iranian vessels destroyed or damaged. Largest navy elimination since WWII. CENTCOM claims total maritime dominance.
US Minelayer Ships Hit
140+
CENTCOM 5th update: 11,000+ targets struck of 16,000 identified. 10,000+ combat flights. 92% of largest naval vessels destroyed.
🕑 Conflict Timeline — Key Events
  • Mar 31
    Iraq airspace 72-hour closure extension expires at noon today
    Iraq Civil Aviation Authority's latest 72-hour extension set to expire at noon local time. Decision on further extension pending based on security assessment. 32nd consecutive day of closure. [Anadolu Agency]
  • Mar 30
    Trump threatens to obliterate Iran's power plants, oil wells & seize Kharg Island
    Trump posted: 'If the Hormuz Strait is not immediately open for business, we will conclude our lovely stay in Iran by blowing up and completely obliterating all of their electric generating plants, oil wells and Kharg Island.' Deadline extended to April 6. [PBS NewsHour]
  • Mar 30
    Iran rejects US 15-point ceasefire proposal, issues 5-point counter-demand
    Iran called US demands 'unrealistic,' rejected the 15-point plan, and issued own 5-point counter-demand including reparations and Hormuz sovereignty recognition. Diplomacy stalled with 8 days to deadline. [Firstpost]
  • Mar 30
    Yemen Houthis enter war -- fire ballistic missiles at Israel, threaten Bab al-Mandeb
    Houthi forces launched ballistic missiles targeting Israel and threatened to close Bab al-Mandeb Strait, opening a second maritime chokepoint crisis alongside Hormuz. Regional escalation deepens.
  • Mar 30
    CENTCOM 5th update: 11,000+ targets struck, 92% of Iran's largest naval vessels destroyed
    Admiral Cooper's 5th update: 10,000+ combat flights flown, 2/3 of Iran's missile/drone/naval production capacity destroyed. 140+ vessels destroyed. Hundreds of US special forces (SEALs, Rangers) deployed. [Sky News]
  • Mar 30
    IDF strikes dozens of military-industrial targets in Tehran -- power outages reported
    Israel struck ballistic missile component facility (one of only two in Iran), missile engine production, drone manufacturing, weapons storage, and air defense sites. Power outages reported in parts of Tehran. [Firstpost]
  • Mar 30
    Iran hits Haifa oil refinery -- massive missile and rocket attacks on northern Israel
    Massive missile and rocket attacks hit northern Israel including the Haifa refinery. IDF continues multi-front operations while Hezbollah maintains sustained bombardment. [PBS NewsHour]
  • Mar 29
    White House says Iran 'beginning to release' 20 additional tankers through Hormuz
    White House spokesperson Karoline Leavitt said Iran was beginning to release tankers through Hormuz. 8 tankers passed this week. Pakistan-flag vessels allowed. Still far below pre-war traffic. [PBS NewsHour]
  • Mar 28
    Iraq extends airspace closure for another 72 hours -- 29th consecutive day
    Iraq Civil Aviation Authority extended closure until noon March 31. French NOTAM advises operators to avoid Iraqi airspace until April 10. All incoming, outgoing, and transit flights barred. [Anadolu Agency]
  • Feb 28
    Operation Epic Fury begins -- Khamenei killed
    US-Israel launch surprise strikes on Iran. Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei killed. Iran retaliates with missiles and drones across the region.
⚔ Key Conflict Factors
Military Economic Diplomatic Humanitarian Energy
Strait of Hormuz CLOSED
Oil Supply -10M bpd
Nuclear Sites TARGETED
Ceasefire Talks CONDITIONS SET
Hezbollah Front ACTIVE
Iraq Stability CROSSFIRE
US War Powers APPROVED
📋 Iran's Ceasefire Conditions
1. Recognition of Iran's rights
2. Reparations for damages
3. International guarantees against future aggression
4. Gulf states deny US launch operations from their territory
Source: President Pezeshkian via Al Jazeera
📈 Brent Crude Oil Price Trajectory
🎯 Iranian Attacks on UAE (as of Mar 13)
Weapon Type Launched Intercepted Rate
Drones (UAV) 1,800+ ~1,400+ ~93%
Ballistic Missiles 350+ 260+ ~92%
Cruise Missiles 15 15 100%
UAE receives 48% of all Iranian projectiles. 6 killed, 131 injured. [Breaking Defense]
✈ Gulf Carriers Flight Activity (% of Pre-War)
Sources: Flightradar24, airline schedule data. 100% = normal pre-conflict daily operations.
🌎 Regional Impact Assessment
🇮🇶
Iraq
Status: Critical
Airspace closed 32 consecutive days (72-hour extension expires noon today). French NOTAM through Apr 10. 80+ killed, 90+ injured. Militias continue attacks on US forces. Gas supply from Iran cut off.
🇦🇪
UAE
Status: Critical
1,750+ drones, 340+ ballistic missiles intercepted. Emirates rebuilding operations. Lufthansa suspended Dubai flights through May 31. Al Dhafra air base targeted.
🇸🇦
Saudi Arabia
Status: Critical
Oil could hit $180/bbl per Saudi warnings. Intercepting drones over eastern oil fields. Crown Prince vowed military force against further Iranian incursions.
🇶🇦
Qatar
Status: Extreme
Ras Laffan LNG plant still offline (~20% global supply). Qatar Airways at ~20% of pre-war schedule (~39 flights/day from Doha). Energy minister calls attack 'an attack on all of us.'
🇮🇱
Israel
Status: Critical
Haifa refinery hit by Iranian missiles (Mar 30). Hezbollah sustained bombardment. IDF struck dozens of military-industrial targets in Tehran. Ground ops in Lebanon continuing. 20+ killed.
🇱🇧
Lebanon
Status: Extreme
1,142+ killed (122 children). 3,315 injured. 400+ Hezbollah fighters killed. ~1M displaced (19% of population). IDF advancing toward Litani River. France mediating truce.
💰 Economic Impact Factors
IndicatorCurrentSeverity
Brent Crude ~$108/bbl CRITICAL
WTI Crude ~$100/bbl CRITICAL
Gulf Oil Output Loss 4.5-5M bpd CRITICAL
Mid-Apr Supply Crunch Could double to 9-10M LOOMING
US Gas Prices Up 35%+ SURGING
IEA Emergency Reserves 180M+ bbls (US SPR) RECORD
Flights Cancelled 55,000+ CRITICAL
Passengers Affected 7M+ HIGH
Brent $108/bbl. CNBC warns mid-April supply crunch looming -- world losing 4.5-5M bpd, could double. Kuwait production may take 3+ months to restore. Analysts forecast $100-$190 range, avg $134.62. Hormuz seeing limited easing but far from normal.[Wikipedia]
🌐 Diplomatic Developments
  • Mar 30
    Trump threatens to obliterate Iran's energy infrastructure if no deal by April 6
    Trump posted: 'If the Hormuz Strait is not immediately open for business, we will obliterate all their electric generating plants, oil wells and Kharg Island.' Deadline extended to April 6. [PBS NewsHour]
  • Mar 30
    Iran rejects US 15-point ceasefire plan, issues 5-point counter-demand
    Iran called US demands 'unrealistic' and issued counter-demands including reparations and Hormuz sovereignty. Rubio: 'weeks not months.' Pakistan mediating. [Firstpost]
  • Mar 30
    Houthis enter war -- fire ballistic missiles at Israel, threaten Bab al-Mandeb Strait
    Yemen Houthi forces launched ballistic missiles targeting Israel and threatened to close Bab al-Mandeb Strait, potentially creating a second maritime chokepoint crisis.
  • Mar 29
    White House: Iran 'beginning to release' tankers through Hormuz
    Spokesperson Karoline Leavitt said 20 additional tankers beginning to pass through Hormuz. 8 tankers passed this week. Pakistan-flag vessels allowed. Still far below pre-war levels. [PBS NewsHour]
  • Mar 28
    Iraq extends airspace closure 72 more hours -- 29th day since war began
    Iraq Civil Aviation Authority extended closure until noon March 31. French NOTAM advises avoiding Iraqi airspace until April 10. All flights barred. [Anadolu Agency]
  • Mar 27
    UANI: US extends Hormuz deadline by 5 days, delays energy strikes
    US delayed immediate strikes on Iran's energy infrastructure, extending deadline for Hormuz reopening. Diplomatic window narrowing as April 6 approaches. [UANI]
📰 Latest Headlines (March 31, 2026)
PBS NewsHour -- Mar 30, 2026
Trump threatens to obliterate Iran's power plants, oil wells and seize Kharg Island if Hormuz not opened. Iran remains publicly defiant, calls US demands 'unrealistic.' 20 additional tankers beginning to pass through strait.
Firstpost -- Mar 30, 2026
IDF strikes dozens of military-industrial targets in Tehran including ballistic missile facilities. Power outages in Tehran. CENTCOM-IDF coordination deepening. 8 days to Trump's April 6 deadline.
Sky News -- Mar 30, 2026
Any end to the war remains unclear, with Iran showing little interest in diplomacy and no sign of capitulation. Ground footage shows devastation across multiple Iranian cities.
Reuters -- Mar 27, 2026
Global air travel remains severely disrupted. Lufthansa suspended Dubai/Tel Aviv flights through May 31. Iraq, Syria, Bahrain, Kuwait airspace all remain closed.
Reuters -- Mar 25, 2026
US extended deadline for Iran to reopen Strait of Hormuz by five days, delaying immediate strikes on energy infrastructure. Hormuz remains far more critical than Red Sea disruption.
🇮🇶 Iraq Status & Activities Comprehensive Iraq Situation Report
⚠️
IRAQ CAUGHT IN CROSSFIRE — Airspace 72-hour closure extension expires at noon today (Mar 31). 32 consecutive days closed. French NOTAM through Apr 10. Hundreds of US special forces (SEALs, Rangers) deployed in region. Militia attacks ongoing.
Iraqi Casualties
80+ Killed
90+ injured -- PMF fighters + civilians. Kataib Hezbollah commander killed. Embassy compound previously hit.
US Military Deaths (Iraq)
13 Killed
232+ US troops injured (most TBI). 10 seriously wounded. KC-135 crash killed 6. Hundreds of special forces deployed.
Airspace Status
CLOSED
32 consecutive days. 72-hour extension expires noon today. French NOTAM through Apr 10. Iraq, Syria, Bahrain, Kuwait all closed.
Militia Attacks Claimed
85+
Islamic Resistance in Iraq -- continuous attacks on US forces. AH-64 Apaches deployed. SEALs and Rangers in region.
⚔️ Military & Security Situation
FactorStatusDetails
US Bases in Iraq CLOSED 32nd consecutive day. Extension expires noon today. Iraq, Syria, Bahrain, Kuwait all barred. French NOTAM through Apr 10.
US Embassy Baghdad STRUCK x2 Second attack on Mar 14 — suicide drone and missiles caused fire and damage in the Green Zone compound
US Counterstrikes ONGOING US struck PMF bases at Jurf al-Sakhr and northern Iraq — at least 9 killed, 10 wounded (biggest strike on Iraqi soil since war started)
Pro-Iran Militias (PMF) ACTIVE Islamic Resistance in Iraq claimed 50+ attacks over Mar 6–7 weekend using missiles & UAVs. Kataib Hezbollah, Asaib Ahl al-Haq deeply embedded in security forces
Kurdistan Region UNSTABLE Iran targeting Kurdish opposition (PDKI base hit by 7 missiles, PAK base struck with 4 wounded). Debris from intercepted drone hit Rotana Arjaan Hotel in Erbil
KC-135 Crash CONFIRMED US KC-135 refueling plane crashed in Iraq during operations — circumstances under investigation
Sources: Al Jazeera, Long War Journal, Alma Center
💰 Oil & Economic Impact
FactorStatusDetails
Southern Oil Fields -70% Output collapsed from 4.3M to ~1.3M bpd. Crude storage at max capacity. Remaining output directed to domestic refineries only
Oil Exports NEAR ZERO Averaged ~800K bpd briefly, then halted. Only 2 tankers loaded before terminals ceased operations. No new tankers can reach southern ports
Port Operations SUSPENDED All oil terminal ops suspended after Iranian drone boats struck 2 tankers in Iraqi waters near Basra (1 killed, 38 crew rescued)
Rumaila Oil Field STRUCK Drone hit Iraq's largest oil field (operated by BP & state agencies). Baker Hughes Energy City complex near Zubair also struck
Revenue Impact SEVERE Oil funds >90% of Iraq's government revenue. Officials call it "the most serious operational threat in 20+ years"
Oil Minister Statement 1.4M BPD TARGET Iraq aims to maintain 1.4M bpd output for domestic refining amid disruption (Mar 12 statement)
Sources: Reuters (Oil), Reuters (Minister), Egypt Oil & Gas
🏛️ Political & Government Response
  • Government Neutrality — PM al-Sudani has told US Secretary Rubio that Iraq should not be a launchpad for attacks. Iraqi Presidency warned against targeting vital sites and called for dialogue.
  • Kurdistan Neutrality — Kurdistan PM Masrour Barzani declared neutrality in Dubai, stating intention to stay out of the US-Iran conflict. Stance expected to hold even under US pressure.
  • Green Zone Protests — Thousands of pro-Iran demonstrators surged toward the US Embassy in the Green Zone. Iraqi riot police used tear gas to repel them. Notably, prominent militia commanders were absent.
  • PM Succession Dispute — US warned of repercussions if Iran-backed former PM Nouri al-Maliki is reappointed. Senior Tehran-backed leaders in Iraq showing reluctance to sacrifice for Iran.
  • Sistani’s Influence — Grand Ayatollah Ali al-Sistani committed to protecting Iraq's hard-earned stability. Religious leadership acting as restraining force on escalation.
Sources: Brookings, Reuters, The Peninsula Qatar
🤝 Humanitarian & Civilian Impact
IssueStatusDetails
Civilian Casualties 59 DEAD At least 59 killed and 78 injured in Iraq. Majority are PMF members but includes civilians caught in crossfire
Displacement GROWING Security disruptions impacting civilian movement. Existing IDP populations from ISIL conflict face compounded vulnerability
Basra Airport HIT Drone crashed into closed military section of Basra International Airport. Baghdad Airport also intercepted 2 missiles + 2 drones
Humanitarian Access DISRUPTED Airspace closure and security instability disrupting humanitarian operations and aid delivery across Iraq
Cross-border Mobility RESTRICTED UNHCR monitoring cross-border movements and internal displacement. Iran-Iraq border situation tense with 3.2M displaced in Iran
Sources: Reuters (Casualties), ReliefWeb/UNHCR, Wikipedia
🛡️ Iran-backed Proxy Forces in Iraq — Current Assessment
Kataib Hezbollah
Most powerful Iranian proxy in Iraq. Base at Jurf al-Sakhr struck by US. Affiliated with ex-PM Nouri al-Maliki's political party. Claimed multiple attacks on US interests.
ACTIVE — STRUCK BY US
Islamic Resistance in Iraq
Umbrella term used by multiple militia groups. Claimed 50+ attacks over one weekend (Mar 6–7) using missiles and UAVs. Many claims lack evidence of substantial damage.
CLAIMING ATTACKS
Proxy Effectiveness
Reuters reports no mass mobilization. Commanders are wary — many have become politicians/businessmen with more to lose. Loss of Syria corridor and targeted killings have weakened capability significantly.
DEGRADED CAPABILITY
Sources: Reuters (Proxies), Alma Center, CT Public/NPR
📅 Iraq — Key Events Timeline
  1. Feb 28
    War begins — Iraq closes airspace
    Iraqi Civil Aviation Authority orders total airspace closure as US-Israel strikes on Iran commence. Closure renewed every 24–72 hours since.
  2. Mar 1–3
    IRGC launches 230 drones at US bases including Erbil & Baghdad
    Camp Taji hit by 3 missiles. Baghdad Airport intercepts 2 missiles + 2 drones. Victoria Base targeted. Iraqi security forces intercept multiple threats.
  3. Mar 5
    Drone targets US base near Baghdad Airport
    Victoria airbase targeted late at night; drone intercepted before reaching objective. Separate vessel collision damages oil tanker at Khor-Zub port.
  4. Mar 6
    Energy infrastructure attacked around Basra
    Drones strike Rumaila oil field, Baker Hughes Energy City, and Basra Airport military section. Iran hits Kurdish opposition bases — PDKI base struck by 7 missiles.
  5. Mar 6–7
    Islamic Resistance in Iraq claims 50+ attacks
    Weekend surge of claimed attacks using missiles and UAVs against targets in Iraq and across the region. Many claims lack evidence of substantial damage.
  6. Mar 8
    Southern oil output collapses 70%
    Production falls from 4.3M to 1.3M bpd. Storage at capacity. Exports plunge to ~800K bpd with only 2 tankers loading before terminals halt.
  7. Mar 12
    Tankers attacked in Iraqi waters; port ops suspended
    Iranian drone boats strike 2 fuel tankers near Basra — 1 killed, 38 crew rescued. Iraq suspends all oil terminal operations. Oil minister targets 1.4M bpd for domestic use.
  8. Mar 12
    US strikes PMF bases — biggest attack on Iraqi soil
    Airstrikes on two PMF bases kill at least 9 and wound 10. One base affiliated with ex-PM Maliki's party. US has not officially commented.
  9. Mar 13
    Airspace closure extended 72 more hours
    Iraqi Civil Aviation Authority extends total closure from Mar 14 noon to Mar 17 noon. All arriving, departing, and overflying aircraft barred.
  10. Mar 14
    US Embassy in Baghdad struck for second time
    Suicide drone and missiles cause fire and damage within the heavily fortified Green Zone compound. Second attack since war began on Feb 28.
Sources: Al Jazeera, Xinhua, Flightradar24, Al Jazeera (Mar 5)
Aviation & Airspace Status
Iraq Airspace
CLOSED
32 consecutive days. Extension expires noon Mar 31. Iraq, Syria, Bahrain, Kuwait all closed. French NOTAM through Apr 10.
Emirates (EK)
REBUILDING
Rebuilding toward full network. Lufthansa suspended Dubai flights through May 31. Operating expanded schedule from DXB. ~78% of pre-war capacity.
Qatar Airways (QR)
LIMITED OPS
~20% of pre-war schedule. ~39 flights/day from Doha (down from ~190 pre-war). Limited destinations confirmed through Apr 15.
Flights Cancelled
55,000+
7M+ passengers affected. Worst aviation disruption since COVID-19. Lufthansa suspended Dubai/Tel Aviv through May 31.
🇮🇶 Iraq Airspace Lockdown Details
ParameterStatus
Current Status FULLY CLOSED
Authority Iraqi Civil Aviation Authority (ICAA)
Latest Extension 32 consecutive days closed since Feb 28. Latest 72-hour extension expires noon today (Mar 31). French NOTAM advises avoiding Iraqi airspace until April 10. Decision on further extension pending.
Scope All incoming, outgoing, and transit flights. No exceptions.
Reason "Temporary precautionary measure based on continued security assessment and evolving regional developments"
Baghdad Airport (BGW) CLOSED
Erbil Airport (EBL) CLOSED
Basra Airport (BSR) CLOSED
Review Status Under continuous review. Airlines and authorities to be notified of any updates.
US Embassy Advisory US Embassy Baghdad issued security alert Mar 9 — neighboring airspace may also be closed.
Sources: Shafaq News, QCAA, US Embassy Baghdad
🌎 Middle East Airspace Status Map
AirspaceStatusNotes
🇮🇷 Iran CLOSED Active combat zone
🇮🇶 Iraq CLOSED 32nd consecutive day. Extension expires noon today. Iraq, Syria, Bahrain, Kuwait all barred. French NOTAM through Apr 10.
🇮🇱 Israel CLOSED Active combat zone
🇱🇧 Lebanon CLOSED Hezbollah-Israel front active
🇶🇦 Qatar RESTRICTED Limited corridors authorized
🇦🇪 UAE RESTRICTED Partially open, active air defense
🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia PARTIAL Limited ops; Red Sea routes active
🇯🇴 Jordan RESTRICTED Limited operations
🇲🇳 Oman OPEN Alt hub; Muscat routing available
Central corridor (Iran-Iraq-Gulf) effectively closed. Traffic rerouted north via Caucasus/Afghanistan or south via Egypt/Oman. [BBC]
Emirates (EK) — Flight Status
REDUCED OPERATIONS through March 28, 2026
DetailStatus
Dubai Hub (DXB) OPEN — REDUCED
Destinations Served 110+ (expanding daily)
Full Schedule NOT RESUMED
Reduced Until March 28, 2026 (confirmed Mar 13)
Transit Passengers Only accepted if connecting flight is confirmed
City Check-in ALL CLOSED
Rebooking Policy Feb 28 – Mar 31 bookings: rebook to same destination by Apr 30 free of charge
Refund Policy Cancelled flights: full refund, no fees (Feb 28 – Mar 31 period)
Website Updated Last update: Mar 9 (website lagging behind operations)
⚠ Important for Passengers
Do NOT proceed to airport unless contacted by Emirates. Check emirat.es/flightstatus within 1 hour of departure. Beware of fraudulent social media accounts offering fake refunds.
Sources: Emirates Official, TravelPirates, Reuters
Qatar Airways (QR) — Flight Status
SCHEDULED OPS SUSPENDED limited corridor flights only
DetailStatus
Doha Hub (DOH) COMMERCIAL OPS SUSPENDED
Qatar Airspace RESTRICTED CORRIDORS ONLY
Today's Departures (Mar 14) RUH, MCT, PVG, MNL, JNB, DFW, YYZ, CMB, CAI, ISB, BOM, LHR, FCO, MAD, FRA
Today's Arrivals (Mar 14) PER, ICN, DAC, JED, KUL, BKK, COK, ALG, MIA, IST, CAI, JNB, LHR, MAD, FRA
Flight Type Evacuation/repatriation only — not regular commercial service
Flights Cancelled (total) 2,000+ at Hamad International alone since Feb 28
Rebooking Policy Feb 28 – Mar 28 bookings: 2 free date changes (+14 days) or full refund
Suspended Routes Iraq, Iran, Lebanon — fully suspended
✈ Mar 14 Limited Flight Schedule
Departing DOH: Riyadh, Muscat, Shanghai, Manila, Johannesburg, Dallas, Toronto, Colombo, Cairo, Islamabad, Mumbai, London, Rome, Madrid, Frankfurt. Each flight requires regulatory approval and may change.
Sources: Qatar Airways Official, Al Jazeera
🏠 Other Major Airlines — Status Overview (Mar 14)
AirlineStatusSuspension PeriodNotes
Etihad Airways REDUCED Schedule through Mar 16 Free rebooking for tickets issued before Feb 28 until May 15
flydubai REDUCED Reduced network-wide Feb 28–Mar 31 bookings: free rebooking within 30 days
British Airways SUSPENDED Through end of March DXB, DOH, BAH, AMM, TLV all cancelled. Ltd repatriation via Muscat.
Lufthansa Group SUSPENDED Through Mar 15 (DXB); Tehran until Apr 30 Includes LH, OS, LX, SN. Free refund for Mar 16–26 tickets.
Air Canada SUSPENDED Toronto-Dubai until May 1 Adding Delhi capacity as alternative
KLM SUSPENDED Dubai until Mar 28 Stranded 787 evacuated from Dubai on Mar 12
Finnair SUSPENDED Dubai until Mar 29; DOH until Mar 29 Avoiding Iraq, Iran, Syria, Israel airspace
Cathay Pacific SUSPENDED Dubai through end of March No resumption date announced
Singapore Airlines PENDING Cancelled through Mar 14 Suspension expiring today; check for updates
Turkish Airlines PENDING Iraq/Syria/Lebanon until Mar 13 Suspension expired; check for confirmed resumption
Oman Air REDUCED Select routes until Mar 22 Muscat functioning as alternative hub
Air India / Express OPERATING 80 flights today Scheduled + ad-hoc to DXB, AUH, MCT, JED
IndiGo DISRUPTED 97 flights cancelled today Implementing fuel surcharge from Mar 14
Sources: TravelPirates, Reuters, Bloomberg
📋 Aviation Disruption Summary
Flight Rerouting
Central corridor through Iran, Iraq, and Gulf is effectively closed. All traffic redirected north via Caucasus/Afghanistan or south via Egypt/Saudi/Oman. Both routes are significantly longer and congested.
Stranded Passengers
4 million+ passengers affected. Emirates, Qatar Airways, Etihad carry a combined 90,000 transit passengers/day. Repatriation flights from multiple governments ongoing.
Air Cargo Impact
Air cargo traffic dropped 20%. Flight prices between Asia and Europe have surged. Fuel surcharges being implemented by carriers like IndiGo from March 14.