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UAE suspends flights to Afghanistan due to current events – GCAA

Several Afghans chase after and cling on to a US Air Force plane set to leave Afghanistan after it fell to Taliban rule. Screengrab from Avaska News

The General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) announced the suspension of flights to Afghanistan by registered airlines, in light of current events.

In a statement issued today, the GCAA said that it is closely monitoring the developments in Afghanistan and assessing the current situation, in coordination with relevant authorities and the UAE’s national carriers, to ensure the safe operations of the country’s airlines.

Under this framework, the GCAA stated it is prioritising the safety and security of civil aviation.

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