Middle East Travel Alerts

Arkia Suspends Ticket Sales for Marrakech Flights Following Israeli Security Directive

Israeli airline Arkia has halted ticket sales for flights to Marrakech, Morocco, until further notice following instructions from Israeli security authorities. The suspension comes only two months after the carrier resumed flights on the route after a three-year hiatus. Arkia is currently assessing alternatives, including operating services via commercial partners, while holding discussions with officials.

Policy & Legal Updates

UAE Public Photography Laws Detail Restrictions, Consent Rules and Fines Up to Dh500,000

Emirates 24|7 reported on UAE legal regulations governing photography and videography in public and restricted spaces. Violations involving filming individuals without consent carry fines up to Dh500,000 and minimum six-month jail terms under cybercrime laws. Filming security, military, or government installations without permits can lead to fines of at least Dh100,000 and up to five years in prison.

Policy & Legal Updates

Iran Approves 42 Foreign Investment Projects Worth $228 Million Including China and UAE

Iran's Foreign Investment Board has approved 42 foreign investment applications valued at $228 million across multiple economic sectors, according to the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Finance. The approved capital includes funding from investors in China, the United Arab Emirates, Russia, the United Kingdom, and other nations. Since March 21, 2026, the board has cleared 398 foreign investment projects totaling $3.2 billion.

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UAE-Led Operation Ghost Confrontation Identifies $39 Billion in Fraud-Linked Assets Across 30 Nations

A three-month international law enforcement crackdown led by the UAE Ministry of Interior identified over $39 billion in fraud-linked assets and thwarted more than 123 million online fraud attempts worldwide. The operation engaged 30 countries—including China and the UAE—alongside international agencies and 13 major technology and financial corporations. Joint enforcement measures led to more than 960 arrests, the freezing of 4,126 bank accounts, and raids on 29 fraud hubs.