Conflict Duration
Day 39
Since Feb 28, 2026 — "Operation Epic Fury"
Brent Crude Oil
$116/bbl
▲ 67% since conflict start ($69.50 → $116). Markets bracing for tonight's 8 PM ET deadline. US-Israel joint target list finalized. If strikes hit power plants, Brent could spike to $130+.
Strait of Hormuz
SELECTIVE BLOCKADE
~15 transits/day (normal: 130). Iraqi ships exempted Apr 5. First Western vessel (CMA CGM) + Japanese LNG tanker passed Apr 3. Chinese, Indian, Pakistani, Russian, Omani ships also passing. 62% sanctioned vessels. Iran yuan toll: $0.50/bbl.
Global Oil Disruption
4.5-5M bpd
Iran: 1,800+ missiles and 4,500+ drones launched since war began. Iraqi exemption easing some supply. Kuwait desalination struck. Zero LNG through Hormuz in March. Houthis threatening Bab al-Mandeb.
Iranian Civilian Casualties
3,738+
Wikipedia total: 3,738-8,971+ killed, 38,960+ wounded across all countries. Iran alone: 2,076-7,300+ killed, 26,500 injured. Lebanon: 1,461 killed. Iraq: 110 killed. Israel: 35 killed. US: 15 killed, 520+ wounded.
IEA Emergency Release
180M+ bbls
Record US SPR release continuing. Jones Act waived. Trump requests $1.5T defense budget. IEA global reserve drawdown. Iraqi ship exemption easing some pressure.
Ships Attacked/Damaged
28+
Latest: MSC Ishyka (Liberia, Apr 4) attacked by IRGC drone. Aqua 1 (Panama, Apr 1) hit by two projectiles. 2,000+ ships stranded in Gulf. UAE asked UN for force authorization. India/Pakistan escorting tankers with destroyers.
US Minelayer Ships Hit
145+
11,500+ targets struck. F-15E downed Apr 3 -- both crew rescued in historic CSAR. CIA deception campaign. A-10 also lost. 18 more A-10s + EA-37B electronic warfare jets deployed. USS Bush (CVN-77) en route. US-Israel finalized joint target list.
🕑 Conflict Timeline — Key Events
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Apr 7NEW DEADLINE: Trump's ultimatum expires TONIGHT at 8:00 PM ET -- 6th extensionTrump posted 'Tuesday, 8:00 P.M. Eastern Time!' on Truth Social. Told WSJ: 'If they don't do anything by Tuesday night, they won't have any power plants left, and no bridge will be left standing.' US-Israel finalized joint target list. [i24NEWS]
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Apr 5WSO rescued in 'most daring CSAR in US history' -- CIA deception campaignF-15E WSO rescued from Zagros Mountains after 2 days behind enemy lines. CIA located airman in mountain crevice using 'unique capabilities.' Deception campaign confused Iranian forces. Dozens of aircraft, US bombed approaching Iranian convoys. WSO seriously wounded but alive. [The War Zone]
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Apr 5Iran exempts Iraqi ships from Hormuz restrictions -- could unleash 3M bpdIran's military spokesman: 'Brotherly Iraq is exempt from any restrictions we have imposed on the Strait of Hormuz.' Could release up to 3 million barrels/day of Iraqi oil cargoes. Praised Iraq's 'struggle' against US. [Fortune]
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Apr 5Bushehr nuclear plant struck for 4th time -- Iran warns of Gulf contaminationProjectile hit 350m from reactor. 1 staff killed. IAEA 'deeply concerned.' Iran FM warns radioactive fallout would 'end life' in Gulf capitals. Rosatom evacuating Russian staff. [ANI News]
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Apr 4Mahshahr Petrochemical Zone struck -- 5 killed, 170 injuredExplosions at Mahshahr Special Petrochemical Zone. Iranian missile strike hit near IDF HaKirya HQ in Tel Aviv. HRANA Day 35: 3,531 killed. [Wikipedia]
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Apr 3F-15E shot down + A-10 crashed -- historic CSAR launched494th FS F-15E downed over Iran. Pilot rescued in daylight (7 hours over Iran). WSO escaped into Zagros Mountains. A-10 also lost. Two C-130s intentionally destroyed to avoid capture. Largest CSAR since Vietnam. [ABC News]
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Apr 3First Western vessel + Japanese LNG carrier transit HormuzCMA CGM Kribi (French, Maltese flag) became first Western ship to transit. Japanese LNG carrier also passed. 16 transits on Apr 1. Hormuz easing but still at ~12% of normal. [National Today]
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Apr 3Iraq extends airspace closure through April 10Iraqi Civil Aviation Authority extended closure for one week through noon Apr 10. 39th consecutive day. Based on 'continuous assessment of security situation.' No timeline for resumption. [964 Media]
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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) | 2,100+ | ~1,400+ | ~93% |
| Ballistic Missiles | 390+ | 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
Iran exempted Iraqi ships from Hormuz (Apr 5). Airspace closed through Apr 10 (39th day). Oil via Ceyhan at 135K bpd. Habbaniya base struck by US. PM summoned US envoy. 110 killed, 224 wounded.
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UAE
Status: Critical
2,050+ drones, 385+ missiles intercepted. IRGC struck Oracle data center. UAE asked UN for force authorization. 12 killed. Lufthansa suspended through Oct 24. India/Pakistan escorting tankers.
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Saudi Arabia
Status: Critical
UK deploying Sky Sabre air defense. 3 missiles intercepted at Prince Sultan Air Base. Pushing Trump for continued strikes. Ramping pipeline exports. 2 killed, 16 wounded.
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Qatar
Status: Extreme
Zero LNG through Hormuz in March. Qatar Airways at ~26% pre-war ops. 14 missiles + 4 drones intercepted. QatarEnergy tanker Aqua 1 attacked Apr 1. Energy minister warned $150/bbl possible. 4 killed.
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Israel
Status: Critical
35 killed, 6,906 wounded. IDF: 800+ sorties, 16,000 munitions. Iranian missile hit near HaKirya HQ in Tel Aviv. Houthi missiles from Yemen. US-Israel finalized joint target list.
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Lebanon
Status: Extreme
1,461 killed, 4,430 wounded. 1M+ displaced. 400+ Hezbollah fighters killed. Hezbollah launched 70+ missile salvos against northern Israel. Heaviest toll outside Iran.
💰 Economic Impact Factors
| Indicator | Current | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| Brent Crude | $116/bbl | SURGING |
| WTI Crude | $113+ | SURGING |
| Gulf Oil Output Loss | 4.5-5M bpd | CRITICAL |
| Hormuz Transits | ~15/day (was 130) | DOWN 88% |
| Iran Missiles Launched | 1,800+ | ESCALATING |
| Iran Drones Launched | 4,500+ | ESCALATING |
| Flights Cancelled | 72,000+ | CRITICAL |
| US Defense Budget Request | $1.5 Trillion | RECORD |
DEADLINE NIGHT: Trump's 6th ultimatum expires TONIGHT at 8:00 PM ET. US-Israel finalized joint target list for power plants and bridges. Brent $116/bbl (up 67% since war start). Iran yuan toll: $0.50/bbl on all transits. WSO rescue boosted US morale. Iraqi ship exemption easing some supply. Hormuz at ~12% of normal. Goldman Sachs warns of 'synchronized recession' by Q4 if no de-escalation by May.[Wikipedia]
🌐 Diplomatic Developments
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Apr 7DEADLINE TONIGHT: Trump's 6th ultimatum expires at 8:00 PM ETTrump: 'If they don't do anything by Tuesday night, they won't have any power plants left, and no bridge will be left standing.' US-Israel finalized joint target list. 6th extension since March 22. No diplomatic breakthrough in sight. [i24NEWS]
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Apr 5WSO rescued -- Trump hails 'most daring CSAR in US history'CIA deception campaign confused Iranians. US bombed Iranian convoys. WSO found in mountain crevice after 2 days. Hundreds of troops, dozens of aircraft. Two C-130s intentionally destroyed. Trump: 'WE GOT HIM!' [The War Zone]
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Apr 5Iran exempts Iraqi ships from Hormuz restrictions'Brotherly Iraq is exempt.' Could release 3M bpd. Selective easing continues -- Omani, Pakistani, Chinese, Indian, Russian ships also passing. Iran's yuan toll mechanism remains. [Fortune]
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Apr 5Iran condemns Trump's threats as 'incitement to war crimes'Senior Iranian officials called Trump's ultimatum a 'hazardous game' endangering civilians. Tehran rejects all ultimatums. FM Araghchi wrote to UN about Bushehr strikes. [Al Jazeera]
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Apr 5USS George H.W. Bush sailing to replace damaged Ford; UK deploys Sky SabreCVN-77 departed Norfolk. Ford damaged by fire during combat ops. UK deploying Sky Sabre air defense to Saudi. Spain closed airspace to US war planes. Italy limiting US airfield use.
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Apr 4Mahshahr Petrochemical Zone struck -- Iran missile hits near IDF HQ Tel AvivExplosions at Mahshahr Petrochemical Zone: 5 killed, 170 injured. Iranian missile hit near HaKirya HQ in Tel Aviv. Both sides escalating ahead of deadline. [Wikipedia]
Latest Headlines (April 7, 2026)
i24NEWS -- Apr 5, 2026
US-Israel finalized joint Iranian target list. Trump told WSJ: 'If they don't do anything by Tuesday night, they won't have any power plants left, and no bridge will be left standing.' 6th deadline extension since March 22.
The War Zone -- Apr 5, 2026
CIA deception campaign located airman in mountain crevice. US bombed Iranian convoys approaching rescue site. WSO seriously wounded. Two C-130s intentionally destroyed. Hundreds of troops, dozens of aircraft involved.
ABC News -- Apr 5, 2026
WSO trapped in Zagros Mountains for 2 days. IRGC and Basij hunting him. CIA used 'unique, exquisite capabilities' to find him. Trump: 'WE WILL NEVER LEAVE AN AMERICAN WARFIGHTER BEHIND!'
Fortune -- Apr 5, 2026
'Brotherly Iraq is exempt from any restrictions we have imposed on the Strait of Hormuz,' Iran's military spokesman said. Could release up to 3M bpd of Iraqi oil cargoes.
DropSite News -- Apr 5, 2026
Timeline of all 6 extensions: Mar 22 (original 48hr), Mar 23 (5-day pause), Mar 26 (10-day to Apr 6), Apr 1 (2-3 weeks comment), Apr 4 (48hr 'all Hell'), Apr 5 ('Tuesday 8PM').
Iraq Status & Activities
Comprehensive Iraq Situation Report
Iraqi Casualties
110 Killed
224 wounded. PMF + 7 Iraqi soldiers killed at Habbaniya. Iraqi ships now exempted from Hormuz restrictions. Basra oil compounds hit by Iranian drones. Civilian casualties mounting.
US Military Deaths (Iraq)
15 Killed
520+ US troops wounded. F-15E WSO rescued Apr 5 (seriously wounded). A-10 pilot safely ejected in Kuwait. 6 killed in KC-135 crash. 29 injured at Prince Sultan Air Base.
Airspace Status
CLOSED
39th consecutive day. Extended through Apr 10 (noon). FAA prohibition below FL320 through Oct 2027. Iraq, Syria, Bahrain, Kuwait all closed.
Militia Attacks Claimed
105+
Islamic Resistance in Iraq targeting US forces. Drones hit US-linked Baghdad facility. Basra oil compounds struck. IRGC drones targeting Kurdish areas.
⚔️ Military & Security Situation
| Factor | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| US Bases in Iraq | CLOSED | 39th consecutive day. Extended through Apr 10 (noon). FAA prohibition through Oct 2027. ORBB/Baghdad FIR closed. |
| 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
39th consecutive day. Extended through Apr 10 (noon). FAA prohibition through Oct 2027. No reopening timeline.
Emirates (EK)
REBUILDING
Operating ~83% of pre-war capacity. Gradual route restoration. Lufthansa suspended Abu Dhabi/Dubai through Oct 24. Some European carriers resuming limited service.
Qatar Airways (QR)
LIMITED OPS
~26% of pre-war schedule. Planning 120+ destinations by mid-May. Zero LNG through Hormuz in March. British Airways Doha cancelled until Apr 30.
Flights Cancelled
72,000+
8.5M+ passengers affected. 900,000 seats scheduled daily to/from/within Middle East. Lufthansa Group through Oct 24. Spain closed airspace to US war planes.
🇮🇶 Iraq Airspace Lockdown Details
| Parameter | Status |
|---|---|
| Current Status | FULLY CLOSED |
| Authority | Iraqi Civil Aviation Authority (ICAA) |
| Latest Extension | 39th consecutive day closed since Feb 28. Extended through April 10 (noon local time). FAA prohibition below FL320 through October 2027. Iraqi ships exempted from Hormuz -- easing oil exports. |
| 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 | 39th consecutive day. Extended through Apr 10 (noon). FAA prohibition through Oct 2027. ORBB/Baghdad FIR closed. |
| 🇮🇱 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.