Overcoming Travel Disruptions

Saudi Arabia's consulate in Dubai arranged buses to transport stranded citizens overland. Flight cancellations left some travelers completely unable to return home this week. The disruptions followed recent attacks on major civilian airports in the Kingdom. The consulate announced the transport arrangements to assist its affected citizens quickly. Airlines cancelled services from the UAE to several major Saudi cities recently. The announcement prompted a beautiful outpouring of supportive messages from Emiratis online. They offered accommodation, transport, and other assistance to the stranded Saudi travelers. “Our homes are open to them,” one Emirati citizen wrote on social media.

A Display Of Regional Brotherhood

He described the Saudi visitors as brothers waiting in their second home. Another user echoed the sentiment, telling Saudis to consider themselves among family. Abdullah Al Mazrouei wrote that honoring a guest is a fundamental regional duty. He emphasized that a Saudi citizen is a brother, not merely a guest. Emirates cancelled flights from Dubai to Riyadh, Jeddah, and Dammam on Sunday. Flydubai also cancelled flights to the Saudi capital until October 14. The severe disruption followed a deadly attack on King Khalid International Airport. Saudi Arabia's General Authority of Civil Aviation reported 13 people were killed.

Ensuring Airport Safety

Another 309 innocent people suffered injuries during the massive Saturday attack. The Riyadh airport was targeted again during a subsequent attack on Sunday. GACA also reported a new attack on King Fahd International Airport in Dammam. Saudi aviation authorities are conducting assessments to ensure the absolute safety of facilities. The UAE and Saudi Arabia share incredibly deep cultural and economic ties. Citizens frequently travel between the two nations for business and leisure. Navigate travel disruptions safely with our daily local updates. Read more essential community and travel news at The WAU.

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