UAE and Gulf allies shoot down fresh barrage of Iranian missiles and drones

UAE air defences intercepted six missiles and nine drones before dawn on 27 March, forcing precautionary runway closures at DXB and AUH and triggering fresh travel waivers from Emirates and Etihad. The latest barrage highlights continued air-risk for business travellers and assignees, prompting some firms to relocate staff and activate crisis-management protocols.