KUWAIT, BAHRAIN, QATAR , UAE: GULF SHUTS AIRSPACE ONE BY ONE AS TENSIONS RISE
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Following an Iranian attack on the Al Udeid U.S. military base in Doha, several Gulf nations, including Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates, have closed their airspace. These closures have led to significant disruptions in regional air traffic. The nations cite rising tensions and security concerns as the primary reasons for the precautionary measures.
Several Gulf nations have closed their airspace as tensions rise following an attack by Iran on the Al Udeid US military base in Doha. The moves by Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates mark a significant shift in regional air traffic and security policies.
Kuwait Airways announced it suspended all flights departing from the country due to the regional situation. The decision came soon after Bahrain announced a temporary airspace closure as a precaution, following the attack on the US base.
Bahrain, home to the US Navy’s Fifth Fleet, said its airspace closure was necessary for security reasons. The area of responsibility for the Fifth Fleet includes the Gulf, Red Sea, Arabian Sea, and parts of the Indian Ocean.
Qatar also shut down its airspace temporarily, citing rising tensions and security concerns. The United Arab Emirates followed suit, closing its airspace based on flight path and air traffic control information, as reported by FlightRadar. “The United Arab Emirates is closely monitoring the ongoing regional developments and is continuously assessing the situation,” a government spokesperson said in a statement on Monday.
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