Dubai International Airport was thrown into chaos this morning after a suspected Iranian drone unleashed a massive explosion near the terminals, forcing a full evacuation and grounding flights. British travellers were among those stranded, desperately hunting for a way out amid the turmoil.
Drone Strike Sparks Panic and Airport Shutdown
At around 8am local time (4 am GMT), explosions rocked the vicinity of Dubai’s busy airport. A fire broke out close to the terminal area. Passengers received urgent alerts on their mobiles, warning of the danger. Flights were halted, and the airport’s terminals evacuated—the first time such dramatic measures have been taken since the conflict erupted.
