Stranded in Dubai: Mounting Hotel Bills Highlight Middle East Travel Chaos
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Airspace closures after strikes on Iran left thousands stranded in the UAE, with many facing mounting hotel bills as they await a path home. The UAE says it will cover hosting and accommodation for affected passengers, but reimbursement details are unclear. Travelers are relying on hotel vouchers, credit cards, and crowdfunding as Emirates and Etihad restart limited flights and others seek refunds amid ongoing disruption.
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