Dubai International Airport (DXB) temporarily suspended operations Sunday morning following an Iranian drone attack in the vicinity of its terminals. The Dubai Media Office confirmed the safety measure for passengers and staff. Eyewitnesses reported seeing black smoke and hearing a loud boom. Airport operations are reportedly resuming.
Euronews correspondent Lily Douse, aboard an Emirates flight to Cape Town, was disembarked with other passengers but later re-boarded and departed safely. Authorities have not detailed any damage or interceptions. The incident occurs amid evolving regional tensions, with Iran's interim leadership council recently stating its policy on attacks from neighboring countries.