Local News from Monday, March 16th, 2026

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, issued a decree, on Monday, establishing a central committee to handle grievances for Dubai government employees.

Authorities have contained a fire that broke out at the Fujairah Oil Industry Zone (FOIZ) on Monday after being targeted by a drone, with no injuries reported.

Dubai Police has announced the closure of routes leading to Airport Road coming from Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road, Al Khawaneej, and the Marrakech Street intersection in the direction of Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road.

Authorities responded to an incident involving a missile falling on a civilian vehicle in Abu Dhabi's Al Bahyah area on Monday, which resulted in the death of one person.

Dubai Civil Aviation Authority has announced the gradual resumption of some flights to and from Dubai International Airport to selected destinations.

Emirates has announced that limited flights are expected to operate after 10:00 am on Monday.

UAE authorities said on Monday air forces were responding to incoming missile and drone threats from Iran.

Several roads near the airport were closed on Monday morning following a fire that was contained due to a drone incident.

Dubai Civil Aviation Authority has announced early on Monday that all flights at Dubai International Airport will be temporarily suspended.