Iran-US-Israel War Dashboard
March 16, 2026 — 09:30 KST DAY 17 of Conflict
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BREAKING (Day 17): Iraq airspace set to expire at noon (09:00 UTC) — 7th closure extension likely or monitored for reopening. Trump unveils international Hormuz naval coalition framework. US 31st MEU/USS Tripoli en route; 2,500 Marines expected to arrive in days. Iran FM rejects US talks; IDF claims thousands of targets remain. Brent holds ~$103+. Lebanon death toll passes 800.
Conflict Duration
Day 17
Since Feb 28, 2026 — "Operation Epic Fury"
Brent Crude Oil
$104.20/bbl
▲ 50% since pre-war ($69.50 → $104); IEA warns "worst disruption in history"
Strait of Hormuz
BLOCKADED
~3 ships/day vs 138 pre-war avg; 150+ vessels stranded; US forming naval coalition
Casualties (Iran)
2,100+
Iran: 1,444+ civilian deaths; IDF claims 3,000–4,000 Iranian forces killed
Ships Attacked
20+
Confirmed maritime incidents since Feb 28 (JMIC bulletin)
Airspace Closed
5+
Iraq, Iran, Israel, Lebanon, Qatar restricted/closed
Refugees/Displaced
850K+
850K+ displaced in Lebanon alone; 800+ killed in Lebanon
IDF Strikes on Iran
5,000+
IDF: 200+ targets in past 24 hrs; CENTCOM: 15,000+ enemy targets engaged total
🕑 Conflict Timeline — Key Events
  • Mar 16
    Trump unveils Hormuz naval coalition; Iraq airspace closure deadline
    White House announces framework for international naval coalition to escort vessels through Strait of Hormuz — China, France, Japan, South Korea, UK named as targets. Iraq airspace set to expire at noon (09:00 UTC); extension decision pending. 31st MEU/USS Tripoli en route, 2–3 days from theater. [WSJ]
  • Mar 16
    Iran FM rejects all talks; Lebanon toll passes 800
    Foreign Minister Araghchi: "No reason to talk with Americans." Lebanon death toll surpasses 800 with 850,000+ displaced. Israeli strikes on Lebanon intensify. Iraq militias hit Camp Victory at Baghdad airport with FPV drones. [Gulf News]
  • Mar 16
    Israel running critically low on missile interceptors — IDF denies
    Semafor/Bloomberg report Israel informed US of "critically low" ballistic missile interceptors. IDF Chief of Staff denies shortage; says war to continue through Passover (at least 2 more weeks). Israel approves $827M emergency military budget. [Al Jazeera]
  • Mar 15
    US strikes 90+ targets on Kharg Island; oil infrastructure spared
    CENTCOM announces "large-scale precision strike" destroying mine facilities, storage bunkers, military installations. Trump warns he'll target oil next if Hormuz not reopened.
  • Mar 15
    IDF kills Iranian intelligence chiefs in Tehran strike
    Abdallah Jalali-Nasab and Amir Shariat, heads of Intelligence Directorate in 'Khatam al-Anbiya' Emergency Command, killed. Netanyahu claims nuclear scientist also killed.
  • Mar 15
    VP Vance claims Khamenei injured; Iran denies
    JD Vance says Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei sustained injuries during strikes. Iran's FM denies, says Khamenei "carrying out his responsibilities."
  • Mar 15
    5,000 Marines deploying; Kuwait airport radar struck
    US deploying 5,000 Marines (2 weeks to arrive) for possible amphibious ops near Kharg/Hormuz. Drones strike Kuwait airport radar system. 4 terror attacks on US soil since war began.
  • Mar 15
    Trump rejects peace talks; Pezeshkian sets terms
    Trump rejected Middle East efforts to broker talks. Iran's Pezeshkian demands reparations and guarantees, apologizes to neighbors. No signs of de-escalation.
  • Mar 14
    US strikes Kharg Island; IRGC threatens UAE-based US forces
    Trump says Iranian military installations "obliterated." IRGC declares US positions in UAE "legitimate targets." [Al Jazeera]
  • Mar 13
    US military attacks Iran's oil export hub
    Major strikes on Iranian energy infrastructure. Israel strikes Hezbollah in Beirut. Iran continues Gulf attacks. [NYT]
  • Mar 12
    US refueling plane crashes in Iraq; tankers attacked
    6 tankers attacked in Gulf. Iran's new supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei says Hormuz stays shut. IEA releases 400M barrels. [Reuters]
  • Mar 11
    Iran warns of "long-term war of attrition"
    IRGC says conflict could "destroy the entire American economy." Ships hit in Hormuz. [CBS]
  • Mar 10
    Iran begins planting naval mines; Dubai airport closed
    Naval mines detected in Strait of Hormuz. US destroys 16 minelayers. Dubai International Airport briefly closed. [Wikipedia]
  • Mar 8
    Mojtaba Khamenei named Supreme Leader; oil surges 20%
    Hardliners maintain control. Senate war powers vote fails, allowing Trump to continue strikes. [Reuters]
  • Mar 4
    IRGC claims control of Strait of Hormuz
    8+ vessels damaged. Iran threatens any ship passing through. [Wikipedia]
  • Feb 28
    Operation Epic Fury begins — Khamenei killed
    US-Israel coordinated strikes on Iran. Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei killed. Iran retaliates with missiles and drones on Israel, UAE, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia. [Wikipedia]
⚔ Key Conflict Factors
Military Economic Diplomatic Humanitarian Energy
Strait of Hormuz BLOCKADED
Oil Supply -15-20M bpd
Nuclear Sites TARGETED
Ceasefire Talks REJECTED
Hezbollah Front ACTIVE
Iraq Stability CROSSFIRE
US War Powers APPROVED
Domestic Terror 4 ATTACKS
📋 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
Iran FM REJECTED all US talks on Mar 16 — Trump open to deal but terms "not good enough"
Source: President Pezeshkian via Al Jazeera
📈 Brent Crude Oil Price Trajectory
🎯 Iranian Attacks on UAE (as of Mar 16)
Weapon Type Launched Intercepted Rate
Drones (UAV) 1,600+ ~1,400+ ~93%
Ballistic Missiles 300+ 260+ ~92%
Cruise Missiles 15 15 100%
UAE receives 48% of all Iranian projectiles. 6 killed, 131 injured. [Breaking Defense]
🌎 Regional Impact Assessment
🇮🇶
Iraq
Status: Caught in Crossfire
US Embassy struck, KC-135 tanker crashed (4 killed), Americans urged to leave. Iran-aligned militia groups posing "significant threat." Airspace closed until Mar 16.
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UAE
Status: Under Heavy Attack
1,600+ drones, 300+ missiles launched at UAE since Feb 28. 6 killed, 131 injured. Dubai airport operating (reduced). Iran targeted UAE oil facility Mar 15; intercepted. US urged evacuation of 3 UAE ports.
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Saudi Arabia
Status: Defending Airspace
Multiple drones intercepted. Ballistic missile targeting al-Kharj intercepted. Targeted by Iranian strikes. Ramping up Red Sea oil shipments.
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Qatar
Status: Under Attack / Mediating
3+ missile attacks intercepted by Qatari Armed Forces. Flight ops temporarily suspended. Limited corridor flights only. Force Majeure on LNG.
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Israel
Status: Active Combatant
5,000+ targets engaged in Iran; 200+ strikes in past 24 hrs. $827M emergency defense budget approved. Reportedly low on interceptors; IDF denies. War to continue through Passover.
🇱🇧
Lebanon
Status: Second Front
800+ killed (91 children in first 2 weeks), 850,000+ displaced, 1,444+ injured. Israel intensifying strikes. Ground ops expanding north of Litani River. Hezbollah launching 200+ rockets daily.
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Kuwait
Status: Airport Struck
Airport radar system struck by drones Mar 15. US warplanes crashed in Kuwait earlier in conflict. Continued Iranian drone threat. Airport operating at reduced capacity.
🇧🇭
Bahrain
Status: Targeted
Targeted by Iranian strikes as part of broader campaign against Gulf states hosting US military assets.
🇯🇴
Jordan
Status: Targeted
Also targeted by Iranian strikes. Airspace restricted. Limited flight operations continuing.
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Cyprus
Status: UK Base Targeted
UK military base targeted by Iranian drone. Conflict expanding beyond immediate region into eastern Mediterranean.
💰 Economic Impact Factors
IndicatorCurrentSeverity
Brent Crude $103.14/bbl CRITICAL
WTI Crude $98.71/bbl CRITICAL
Gulf Oil Output Loss 15-20M bpd CRITICAL
IEA Emergency Reserves 400M bbls released LUKEWARM
Shipping Through Hormuz ~5 ships/day CRITICAL
Flights Cancelled 37,000+ CRITICAL
Passengers Affected 4M+ HIGH
IEA 400M barrel release met lukewarm market reaction given 15-20M bpd shortfall. [Wikipedia]
🌐 Diplomatic Developments
  • Mar 16
    Trump announces Hormuz naval coalition; countries cautious
    White House unveils international coalition framework. UK "consulting allies on options." China, France, Japan, South Korea named but no commitments secured. Experts call it logistically complex. [Al Jazeera]
  • Mar 16
    Iran FM rejects all US talks; Khamenei vows Hormuz stays shut
    Araghchi: "No good experience talking with Americans." Iran conditions: full rights recognition, reparations, no-repeat guarantees. Calls coalition appeal "begging." [AP]
  • Mar 16
    Japan PM Takagi heads to White House Thursday amid legal criticism
    Japanese PM has questioned legality of US strikes. US-Japan summit Thursday. US-China talks ongoing in Paris. UK Starmer consulting allies. [WSJ]
  • Mar 16
    53% of US voters oppose Iran attacks; GOP fracture risk
    Quinnipiac poll: 53% oppose attacks; 75% oppose ground troops. Republicans fear base fracturing if US casualties mount and war deepens. [NYT]
  • Mar 15
    Iran sets peace conditions; both sides far apart
    Pezeshkian demands reparations, recognition, and guarantees. Trump: not ready for deal, terms unsatisfactory. Iran FM: war ends when "certain it won't be repeated." No ceasefire imminent. [Gulf News]
📰 Latest Headlines (March 16, 2026)
WHITE HOUSE • Mar 16, 2026
Trump unveils international Hormuz naval coalition; 31st MEU/USS Tripoli en route
White House announces formal framework for international coalition to escort vessels through Strait of Hormuz. China, France, Japan, South Korea, UK named. 2,500 US Marines on USS Tripoli expected to arrive in days. US military contemplating operations to neutralize land-based anti-ship missiles first.
IRAN FM • Mar 16, 2026
Iran rejects all talks with US; war "will end when we are certain it won't be repeated"
FM Araghchi: "No good experience talking with Americans." Iran's conditions: full recognition of rights, reparations, and international guarantees. Iran's new Supreme Leader Khamenei vows Strait stays closed until war ends.
BLOOMBERG/SEMAFOR • Mar 16, 2026
Israel reportedly critically low on ballistic missile interceptors; IDF denies — approves $827M emergency budget
Israel informed US of "critically low" supply of missile interceptors. IDF Chief denies shortage; says war continues through Passover. UAE and Qatar also reportedly running low. Israel approves 2.6B shekel ($827M) emergency defense allocation.
ABC NEWS / RBA • Mar 16, 2026
Brent crude tops $100/bbl; IEA calls disruption "worst in global oil market history"
IEA says Iran war creating "largest supply disruption in history of global market." Reserve Bank faces dilemma: cut rates for growth or hike to fight inflation. Capital Economics warns prices could hit $150 if war lasts 3+ months.
GULF NEWS / AP • Mar 16, 2026
Lebanon death toll surpasses 800; 850,000+ displaced; Iraqi militias strike Camp Victory
Israeli strikes on Hezbollah in Lebanon kill 800+, displace 850K. Rafah crossing to reopen Mar 18 for limited movement. Iraqi militias use FPV drones on Camp Victory co-located at Baghdad airport. Iran hits police HQ and satellite comms center in Israel with drones.
FORTUNE / BLOOMBERG • Mar 16, 2026
Iranian supertanker pushes through Hormuz toward China; only 3 ships/day transiting
Iranian-linked VLCC spotted heading to China. 150+ vessels stranded. Only ~3 commercial ships/day vs 138 pre-war average. Electronic jamming widespread. Two Indian LPG tankers suggest back-channel coordination for select passages. 20 confirmed maritime incidents since Feb 28.
🇮🇶 Iraq Status & Activities Comprehensive Iraq Situation Report
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IRAQ CAUGHT IN CROSSFIRE — Iraq airspace closure deadline at Monday Mar 16 noon (09:00 UTC) — 7th consecutive extension decision expected. Camp Victory at Baghdad Airport struck by FPV drones from Iraqi militias on Day 16. US Embassy urges all Americans to leave Iraq immediately via overland routes — no commercial flights available.
Iraqi Casualties
59+ Killed
78+ injured — mostly PMF members + civilians
US Military Deaths (Iraq)
4 Killed
KC-135 refueling tanker crash in western Iraq
Airspace Status
DEADLINE TODAY
Closure expires Mon Mar 16 12:00 PM local (09:00 UTC) — 7th extension likely
Militia Attacks Claimed
50+
Islamic Resistance in Iraq — weekend of Mar 6–7 alone
⚔️ Military & Security Situation
FactorStatusDetails
US Bases in Iraq UNDER FIRE Daily drone/rocket attacks on Erbil, Baghdad Airport (Victoria Base), Camp Taji by IRGC and Iran-aligned militias
US Embassy Baghdad STRUCK—EVACUATE Embassy hit by missile attack on Mar 14. US urged all Americans to leave Iraq due to "significant threat" from Iran-aligned groups
KC-135 Tanker Crash 4 KILLED US aerial refueling tanker crashed in western Iraq; 4 of 6 crew killed. Circumstances under investigation
US Counterstrikes ONGOING US struck PMF bases at Jurf al-Sakhr and northern Iraq — at least 9 killed, 10 wounded
Pro-Iran Militias (PMF) ACTIVE Islamic Resistance in Iraq claimed 50+ attacks over Mar 6–7 weekend. Kataib Hezbollah, Asaib Ahl al-Haq deeply embedded
Kurdistan Region UNSTABLE Iran targeting Kurdish opposition (PDKI base hit by 7 missiles, PAK base struck). Debris from intercepted drone hit hotel in Erbil
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
Port Operations SUSPENDED All oil terminal ops suspended after Iranian drone boats struck 2 tankers in Iraqi waters near Basra
Rumaila Oil Field STRUCK Drone hit Iraq's largest oil field (operated by BP & state agencies). Baker Hughes Energy City complex also struck
Revenue Impact SEVERE Oil funds >90% of Iraq's government revenue. "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.
  • PM Succession Dispute — US warned of repercussions if Iran-backed former PM Nouri al-Maliki is reappointed. Senior Tehran-backed leaders 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.
DEGRADED CAPABILITY
Sources: Reuters (Proxies), Alma Center, CT Public/NPR
📅 Iraq — Key Events Timeline
  1. Mar 16
    Airspace deadline: 7th extension decision pending; militias strike Camp Victory with FPV drones
    Iraq airspace closure expires at noon (09:00 UTC) — 7th consecutive extension decision expected based on ongoing security assessment. Iraqi militias hit Camp Victory (co-located at Baghdad International Airport) with first-person view (FPV) drones. US State Dept reiterates Americans should depart by overland route only.
  2. Mar 15
    US Embassy struck; KC-135 crash kills 4; Americans urged to leave
    US Embassy in Baghdad hit by missile attack. KC-135 aerial refueling tanker crashed in western Iraq, killing 4 of 6 crew. US embassy urged all Americans to leave Iraq due to "significant threat" from Iran-aligned militia groups.
  3. 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.
  4. 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.
  5. Mar 5
    Drone targets US base near Baghdad Airport
    Victoria airbase targeted late at night; drone intercepted before reaching objective.
  6. 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.
  7. 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.
  8. Mar 8
    Southern oil output collapses 70%
    Production falls from 4.3M to 1.3M bpd. Storage at capacity. Exports plunge.
  9. 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.
  10. 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.
  11. Mar 13
    Airspace closure extended 72 more hours
    Iraqi Civil Aviation Authority extends total closure until Monday Mar 16 noon. All arriving, departing, and overflying aircraft barred.
  12. 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.
Sources: Al Jazeera, Xinhua, Flightradar24, Al Jazeera (Mar 5)
✈ Aviation & Airspace Status
Iraq Airspace
CLOSURE DEADLINE
Expires Mon Mar 16 noon (09:00 UTC). 7th extension decision imminent. All flights barred.
Emirates (EK)
REDUCED
Reduced operations. Flights NOT fully resumed. Free rebooking Feb 28–Mar 31.
Qatar Airways (QR)
SUSPENDED
Ops temporarily suspended. Limited corridor flights under temporary authorization only.
Flights Cancelled
37,000+
4M+ passengers affected. Biggest disruption since COVID-19.
✈ Gulf Carriers' Flight Activity — Far Below Normal
Index where each airline's average flights 23–27 Feb = 100. All carriers collapsed to near-zero on Feb 28 when war began. Recovery varies widely.
Source: Flightradar24 flight-tracking data, visualised by The Economist
🇮🇶 Iraq Airspace Lockdown Details
ParameterStatus
Current Status FULLY CLOSED
Authority Iraqi Civil Aviation Authority (ICAA)
Latest Extension 6th extension: 72 hrs from Fri Mar 13 noon to Mon Mar 16 noon (09:00 UTC). Decision on 7th extension pending as of 09:30 KST Mar 16
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: Americans urged to leave Iraq immediately due to "significant threat."
Sources: Shafaq News, QCAA, US Embassy Baghdad
🌎 Middle East Airspace Status Map
AirspaceStatusNotes
🇮🇷 Iran CLOSED Active combat zone
🇮🇶 Iraq DEADLINE TODAY Expires Mar 16 noon; 7th extension likely
🇮🇱 Israel CLOSED Active combat zone
🇱🇧 Lebanon CLOSED Hezbollah-Israel front active
🇶🇦 Qatar CLOSED Ops temporarily suspended; limited corridors
🇦🇪 UAE RESTRICTED Partially open, active air defense
🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia PARTIAL Limited ops; Red Sea routes active
🇯🇴 Jordan RESTRICTED Limited operations
🇰🇼 Kuwait RADAR STRUCK Airport radar hit by drones Mar 15
🇲🇳 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 flights NOT fully resumed
DetailStatus
Dubai Hub (DXB) OPEN — REDUCED
Destinations Served 110+ destinations; ~70% of normal schedule; expanding daily
Full Schedule NOT RESUMED
Last Major Update March 16, 2026 — continuing schedule expansion; ~70% capacity
Transit Passengers Only accepted if onward flight is confirmed operating
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)
⚠ 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
TEMPORARILY SUSPENDED limited corridor flights only
DetailStatus
Doha Hub (DOH) OPS TEMPORARILY SUSPENDED
Qatar Airspace CLOSED — LIMITED CORRIDORS
Travel Corridors (Mar 13) Perth, Seoul, Dhaka, Jeddah, Kuala Lumpur
Flight Type Evacuation/repatriation only — not regular commercial service
Missile Attacks Qatari Armed Forces intercepted 3+ missile attacks targeting country
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
✈ Limited Travel Corridors
Operating limited flights under temporary authorization with limited corridors. Travel corridor flights to Perth, Seoul, Dhaka, Jeddah, Kuala Lumpur. Adding select destinations on Mar 16 under limited authorization. Each flight requires regulatory approval and may change.
Sources: Qatar Airways Official, Al Jazeera
🏠 Other Major Airlines — Status Overview (Mar 16)
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; 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 significantly. Flight prices between Asia and Europe have surged. Aviation disruptions expected to last rest of 2026 even if conflict ends soon.