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
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Mar 31Iraq airspace 72-hour closure extension expires at noon todayIraq 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]
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Mar 30Trump threatens to obliterate Iran's power plants, oil wells & seize Kharg IslandTrump 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]
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Mar 30Iran rejects US 15-point ceasefire proposal, issues 5-point counter-demandIran 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]
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Mar 30Yemen Houthis enter war -- fire ballistic missiles at Israel, threaten Bab al-MandebHouthi 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.
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Mar 30CENTCOM 5th update: 11,000+ targets struck, 92% of Iran's largest naval vessels destroyedAdmiral 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]
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Mar 30IDF strikes dozens of military-industrial targets in Tehran -- power outages reportedIsrael 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]
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Mar 30Iran hits Haifa oil refinery -- massive missile and rocket attacks on northern IsraelMassive missile and rocket attacks hit northern Israel including the Haifa refinery. IDF continues multi-front operations while Hezbollah maintains sustained bombardment. [PBS NewsHour]
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Mar 29White House says Iran 'beginning to release' 20 additional tankers through HormuzWhite 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]
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Mar 28Iraq extends airspace closure for another 72 hours -- 29th consecutive dayIraq 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]
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Feb 28Operation Epic Fury begins -- Khamenei killedUS-Israel launch surprise strikes on Iran. Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei killed. Iran retaliates with missiles and drones across the region.
⚔ Key Conflict Factors
| 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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.'
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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.
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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
| Indicator | Current | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| 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
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Mar 30Trump threatens to obliterate Iran's energy infrastructure if no deal by April 6Trump 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]
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Mar 30Iran rejects US 15-point ceasefire plan, issues 5-point counter-demandIran called US demands 'unrealistic' and issued counter-demands including reparations and Hormuz sovereignty. Rubio: 'weeks not months.' Pakistan mediating. [Firstpost]
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Mar 30Houthis enter war -- fire ballistic missiles at Israel, threaten Bab al-Mandeb StraitYemen Houthi forces launched ballistic missiles targeting Israel and threatened to close Bab al-Mandeb Strait, potentially creating a second maritime chokepoint crisis.
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Mar 29White House: Iran 'beginning to release' tankers through HormuzSpokesperson 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]
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Mar 28Iraq extends airspace closure 72 more hours -- 29th day since war beganIraq Civil Aviation Authority extended closure until noon March 31. French NOTAM advises avoiding Iraqi airspace until April 10. All flights barred. [Anadolu Agency]
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Mar 27UANI: US extends Hormuz deadline by 5 days, delays energy strikesUS 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
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
| Factor | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
💰 Oil & Economic Impact
| Factor | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| 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) |
🏛️ 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.
🤝 Humanitarian & Civilian Impact
| Issue | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
🛡️ 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
📅 Iraq — Key Events Timeline
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Feb 28War begins — Iraq closes airspaceIraqi Civil Aviation Authority orders total airspace closure as US-Israel strikes on Iran commence. Closure renewed every 24–72 hours since.
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Mar 1–3IRGC launches 230 drones at US bases including Erbil & BaghdadCamp Taji hit by 3 missiles. Baghdad Airport intercepts 2 missiles + 2 drones. Victoria Base targeted. Iraqi security forces intercept multiple threats.
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Mar 5Drone targets US base near Baghdad AirportVictoria airbase targeted late at night; drone intercepted before reaching objective. Separate vessel collision damages oil tanker at Khor-Zub port.
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Mar 6Energy infrastructure attacked around BasraDrones strike Rumaila oil field, Baker Hughes Energy City, and Basra Airport military section. Iran hits Kurdish opposition bases — PDKI base struck by 7 missiles.
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Mar 6–7Islamic Resistance in Iraq claims 50+ attacksWeekend surge of claimed attacks using missiles and UAVs against targets in Iraq and across the region. Many claims lack evidence of substantial damage.
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Mar 8Southern 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.
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Mar 12Tankers attacked in Iraqi waters; port ops suspendedIranian 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.
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Mar 12US strikes PMF bases — biggest attack on Iraqi soilAirstrikes 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.
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Mar 13Airspace closure extended 72 more hoursIraqi Civil Aviation Authority extends total closure from Mar 14 noon to Mar 17 noon. All arriving, departing, and overflying aircraft barred.
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Mar 14US Embassy in Baghdad struck for second timeSuicide drone and missiles cause fire and damage within the heavily fortified Green Zone compound. Second attack since war began on Feb 28.
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
| Parameter | Status |
|---|---|
| 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. |
🌎 Middle East Airspace Status Map
| Airspace | Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 🇮🇷 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
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| 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.
✈ Qatar Airways (QR) — Flight Status
SCHEDULED OPS SUSPENDED
limited corridor flights only
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| 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)
| Airline | Status | Suspension Period | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
📋 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.