Iranian Strikes Disrupt Gulf Air Travel at Major Hubs

Middle Eastern outlets stress how hard Gulf Arab countries are being hit, from energy infrastructure and US missions to airports and stock markets. Iran is portrayed as trying to hurt Gulf economies and pressure the US by targeting oil facilities and civilian-linked sites, while Gulf states accuse Tehran at the UN and seek international backing. Commentators in the region expect Gulf governments to harden defenses, diversify routes, and possibly rethink how closely they align with US military actions against Iran.

• •Iran is expanding attacks to include Gulf energy infrastructure and possibly civilian sites, not just military targets.
• •Gulf countries have condemned Iran’s retaliatory strikes at the UN and demanded an end to the attacks.
• •UAE stock markets were closed until March 3 because of security concerns and market turmoil from the strikes.
• •Residents and travelers in the UAE and other Gulf states are enduring long, improvised journeys as flights are canceled or rerouted.
• •Gulf businesses, especially in aviation, tourism, and energy, are suffering heavy losses from regional shutdowns and damaged facilities.