Iran-US-Israel War Dashboard
March 21, 2026 — 08:00 AM Beijing Time DAY 22 of Conflict
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BREAKING: Bloomberg: Iran refuses to negotiate reopening Strait of Hormuz while under attack. Brent crude hits $119.50 intraday; Dubai crude surges past $166 -- historic peak. Hezbollah launches 39 operations in single day. US drops 5,000-lb bunker busters on underground facilities. Seafarers trapped in Hormuz region.
Conflict Duration
Day 22
Since Feb 28, 2026 — "Operation Epic Fury"
Brent Crude Oil
$109/bbl
▲ 56% since conflict start ($70 → $109). Hit $119.50 intraday. Dubai crude $166.
Strait of Hormuz
BLOCKADE
Iran refuses to negotiate reopening while under attack (Bloomberg). 3 full weeks shut. Seafarers trapped.
Global Oil Disruption
15-20M bpd
Dubai crude $166/bbl (historic). Brent-WTI spread widest in 12 years. Qatar LNG still offline.
Iranian Civilian Casualties
1,400+
17,000+ injured. 1,000+ children injured. 3.2M displaced. 20,000+ civilian buildings damaged.
IEA Emergency Release
172M bbls
Record US SPR release. Jones Act waived. Russian sanctions eased. Iran oil on water de-sanctioned.
Ships Attacked/Damaged
20+
120+ naval vessels sunk. 44 minelayers destroyed. 11 submarines eliminated. Military ports crippled.
US Minelayer Ships Hit
120+
CENTCOM: 5,000-lb penetrators hitting underground cruise missile storage. Surface fleet gone.
🕑 Conflict Timeline — Key Events
  • Mar 21
    Bloomberg: Iran refuses to negotiate reopening Strait of Hormuz
    Iranian officials 'reluctant to even discuss reopening the Strait of Hormuz as they focus on surviving the US-Israeli onslaught,' according to person involved in direct high-level contacts with Tehran. Oil surges on report. [Bloomberg]
  • Mar 21
    Dubai crude surges past $166/bbl -- historic peak as Hormuz stays shut
    Dubai crude oil prices surpassed $166/bbl, a historic peak (Platts data). Brent hit $119.50 intraday during Asia-Pacific trading. Oil heading for 5th straight weekly gain. Analysts warn prices could climb further if Hormuz stays closed. [CNBC]
  • Mar 21
    Hezbollah launches 39 military operations in single day
    Hezbollah claimed 39 separate military operations on Mar 19, releasing video of missile, rocket, drone and anti-armor attacks on Israeli positions. Targets included troop movements, bases, and settlements along Lebanese-Palestinian border. [YouTube/Reports]
  • Mar 21
    US drops 5,000-lb penetrator weapons on underground Iranian facilities
    CENTCOM using deep-penetrator bombs on underground storage facilities holding coastal defense cruise missiles. Continuing to destroy mine storage, naval ammunition depots. 120+ vessels sunk, 44 minelayers destroyed. [Anadolu Agency]
  • Mar 21
    Seafarers trapped on vessels in Hormuz -- shortages of fuel, water, supplies
    International Chamber of Shipping warns thousands of seafarers trapped on vessels in Hormuz region, facing shortages of fuel, water, and supplies. Hormuz transit calls plunged to near zero from 120+ earlier this year. [Express Tribune]
  • Mar 21
    Fed's Waller warns prolonged Middle East supply disruptions could stoke inflation
    Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller cautioned that prolonged supply disruptions tied to the Middle East conflict could fuel inflation. Markets brace for economic fallout.
  • Mar 21
    Trump slams 'foolish' NATO after allies refuse Hormuz help
    Trump says US doesn't need NATO's help: 'We never did!' Calls European, British, and Asian refusal to assist in reopening Hormuz a 'very foolish mistake.' Jones Act waived, Russian sanctions eased to offset oil crisis. [Express Tribune]
  • Mar 20
    Pentagon: Iran's navy is 'gone' -- 7,000+ targets struck
    Hegseth: 'We've struck over 7,000 targets. Surface fleet no longer a factor. 11 submarines gone. Military ports crippled.' Ballistic attacks on US forces down 90%.
  • 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) 1,714+ ~1,400+ ~93%
Ballistic Missiles 334+ 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
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Iraq
Status: Critical
Airspace closed 22 consecutive days. AH-64 Apaches targeting militias. Drones/rockets hit US embassy in Baghdad igniting fires. Gas supply from Iran cut off.
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UAE
Status: Critical
334+ ballistic missiles, 15 cruise missiles, 1,714+ UAVs intercepted total. Gas facilities shut. Emirates targeting 100% restoration by Mar 29. Dubai crude hit $166/bbl.
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Saudi Arabia
Status: Critical
Ballistic missiles intercepted targeting Riyadh. Eastern oil fields under ongoing drone threat. Overland supply routes to Kuwait critical for aid.
🇶🇦
Qatar
Status: Extreme
Ras Laffan LNG plant still offline (~20% global supply). Qatar Airways limited schedule through Mar 28. Qatar condemned Iran for 'blatant infringement on sovereignty.'
🇮🇱
Israel
Status: High
20+ killed. Hezbollah launched 39 operations in single day. Cluster munitions hitting central Israel. IDF ground ops in southern Lebanon ongoing.
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Lebanon
Status: Extreme
1,001+ killed (118 children, 40 healthcare workers). 2,584 wounded. ~1M displaced (19% of population). UN warns of possible war crimes. France mediating truce.
💰 Economic Impact Factors
IndicatorCurrentSeverity
Brent Crude ~$109/bbl CRITICAL
Dubai Crude $166/bbl (historic) RECORD
WTI Crude ~$97/bbl CRITICAL
Gulf Oil Output Loss 15-20M bpd CRITICAL
Hormuz Transit Calls Near zero SHUT
IEA Emergency Reserves 172M bbls (US SPR) RECORD
Flights Cancelled 48,000+ CRITICAL
Passengers Affected 6M+ HIGH
Dubai crude hit $166/bbl -- historic peak. Brent hit $119.50 intraday. Oil heading for 5th straight weekly gain. Iran refuses Hormuz talks (Bloomberg). Jones Act waived, Russian sanctions eased.[Wikipedia]
🌐 Diplomatic Developments
  • Mar 21
    Iran refuses to negotiate reopening Strait of Hormuz
    Bloomberg reports Iranian officials 'reluctant to even discuss' reopening Hormuz while under attack. Oil markets surge on the report. Hormuz shut for 3 full weeks. [Bloomberg]
  • Mar 21
    New Supreme Leader Khamenei dismisses all ceasefire offers
    Mojtaba Khamenei held first foreign policy session, dismissed ceasefire offers. Vows resistance 'until US and Israel accept defeat and pay compensation.' Iran FM: 'We never asked for a ceasefire.' [Express Tribune]
  • Mar 21
    Trump slams 'foolish' NATO after allies refuse Hormuz deployment
    Trump: 'We never needed NATO's assistance -- WE NEVER DID!' Calls European/Asian refusal to send ships 'very foolish mistake.' Jones Act waived, Russian sanctions eased to offset oil crisis. [Express Tribune]
  • Mar 21
    Fed's Waller warns conflict could stoke inflation
    Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller cautions that prolonged supply disruptions from Middle East conflict could fuel inflation. Markets brace for economic fallout as oil surges.
  • Mar 21
    France mediating potential 3-month Lebanon truce
    France reportedly mediating potential three-month truce between Israel and Lebanon. Lebanon death toll has surpassed 1,000 with ~1M displaced (19% of population). [Wikipedia/Reports]
📰 Latest Headlines (March 21, 2026)
Bloomberg -- Mar 20, 2026
Iran Unwilling to Talk About Opening Hormuz While Under Attack
Iranian officials have become reluctant to even discuss reopening the Strait of Hormuz as they focus on surviving the US-Israeli onslaught, according to a person involved in direct, high-level contacts with Tehran.
CNBC -- Mar 20, 2026
$166 a barrel? Middle East oil gives clue to where all prices could be headed
Dubai crude surpassed $166/bbl, a historic peak (Platts). Daily Hormuz transit calls plunged to near zero from 120+. Brent up 48% since conflict began. Analysts warn of further price surges.
OilPrice.com -- Mar 20, 2026
Oil Extends Rally as Hormuz Stays Closed -- 5th Weekly Gain
Brent near $109/bbl, heading for 5th straight weekly gain. Hormuz shut for 3 full weeks. Trump admin waived Jones Act, eased Russian sanctions, de-sanctioned Iranian oil on water.
Express Tribune -- Mar 18, 2026
Iran supreme leader refuses to negotiate ceasefire; Trump slams NATO
Mojtaba Khamenei dismissed ceasefire offers, vows resistance 'until US and Israel accept defeat.' Trump calls NATO 'foolish' for refusing Hormuz help. Seafarers trapped on vessels facing shortages.
Anadolu Agency -- Mar 20, 2026
US to launch 'largest strike package yet' on Iran: Defense chief Hegseth
7,000+ targets struck. 120+ vessels sunk, 44 minelayers destroyed. 5,000-lb penetrators hitting underground facilities. Iran retains some missile capabilities. Hegseth declines to set end date.
🇮🇶 Iraq Status & Activities Comprehensive Iraq Situation Report
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IRAQ CAUGHT IN CROSSFIRE — Drones and rockets struck US embassy in Baghdad, igniting fires on compound grounds. AH-64 Apaches targeting Iran-aligned militias. Airspace closed 22 consecutive days. Iranian gas supply to Iraq remains cut off.
Iraqi Casualties
75+ Killed
85+ injured -- PMF fighters + civilians. Embassy compound hit by drone/rocket attacks.
US Military Deaths (Iraq)
6 Killed
KC-135 refueling tanker crash in western Iraq -- all 6 crew confirmed dead
Airspace Status
CLOSED
22 consecutive days closed. All flights barred since Feb 28. Iraqi gas supply from Iran cut off.
Militia Attacks Claimed
70+
Islamic Resistance in Iraq -- continuous attacks. Drones/rockets hit Baghdad embassy. AH-64 Apaches deployed.
⚔️ Military & Security Situation
FactorStatusDetails
US Bases in Iraq CLOSED 22nd consecutive day. Iraq, Syria, Bahrain, Kuwait all barred. Baghdad embassy hit by drones/rockets.
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
22 consecutive days closed. Iraq, Syria, Bahrain, Kuwait airspace all remain closed.
Emirates (EK)
REBUILDING
Targeting 100% network restoration by Mar 29. Operating expanded schedule from DXB. ~70% of pre-war capacity.
Qatar Airways (QR)
LIMITED OPS
Operating limited flights from Doha Mar 18-28. Transit passengers accepted. Revised schedule through Mar 28.
Flights Cancelled
48,000+
6M+ passengers affected. Worst aviation disruption since COVID-19.
🇮🇶 Iraq Airspace Lockdown Details
ParameterStatus
Current Status FULLY CLOSED
Authority Iraqi Civil Aviation Authority (ICAA)
Latest Extension 22 consecutive days closed since Feb 28. All arriving, departing, and overflying aircraft barred. Iraq, Syria, Bahrain, Kuwait airspace remain closed.
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 22nd consecutive day. Iraq, Syria, Bahrain, Kuwait all barred. Baghdad embassy hit by drones/rockets.
🇮🇱 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.