Today’s news
Massachusetts Family Rescued After Stranded in Middle East Conflict
Stacey Schuhwerk and her son spent 10 days in lockdown in Doha, Qatar, before finally making it back home to the U.S.

South Carolina Attorney Caught in Dubai Drone Strike Returns Home
Dover's experience highlights growing risks for travelers in regions facing geopolitical instability.
Utah Family Escapes Israel War Zone After Fulfilling Late Mother's Wish
The Ivins family's trip to Israel was cut short due to the outbreak of war, but they made it home safely.
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Mar. 5, 2026
U.S. Scrambles to Evacuate Stranded Americans Amid Iran Conflict
State Department announces charter flights to bring citizens home as airspace closures disrupt travel.
Mar. 5, 2026
California Woman Flees Middle East to Reach Critically Ill Husband
Judith Wilson raced to catch the last flight out of Dubai as her husband prepared for emergency heart surgery back home.
Mar. 5, 2026
Hundreds of Travelers Stranded Amid Escalating Middle East Conflict
Flights disrupted, evacuations underway as U.S. and Israel wage war against Iran
Mar. 5, 2026
American Couple Stranded in Dubai Amid Canceled Flights
Jonathan and Elaine Widich are eager to return home to Pittsburgh but face challenges with flight cancellations.
Mar. 5, 2026
Hundreds of Travelers Stranded Amid Iran War Escalation
Flights disrupted, airports closed as conflict spreads across Middle East
Mar. 5, 2026
Spokane Man Stranded in Qatar as War with Iran Halts Flights
Doug Kelley, a former Avista executive and early Bloomdsday organizer, is trying to come home after violence in the Middle East shut down travel across the region.
Mar. 4, 2026
UAE, Qatar Offer Free Hotel and Meals for Stranded Travelers
Governments pledge full support as airspace closures disrupt regional travel in Middle East
Mar. 4, 2026
Gen Z Couple Stranded in Dubai After Missile Strikes in Iran
Shekinah Lee and her boyfriend are among several Americans stuck in the UAE following the military attacks.
Mar. 4, 2026
Americans Stranded in Middle East Told to Shelter-in-Place
Travel agency says tourists are waiting for flights out as U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran escalates
Mar. 4, 2026
Arkansas Church Group Flees Israel for Egypt
Eighteen Baptists cut short Israel trip due to rising tensions
Mar. 3, 2026
Travel Disruptions Impact Passengers at Atlanta Airport as Middle East Conflict Escalates
Major Middle East airports have canceled flights, leaving thousands stranded, but some travelers are still departing from Hartsfield-Jackson International.
Mar. 3, 2026
South Florida native stuck in Israel amid US-Iran conflict
Man says situation is "very, very dangerous" as he struggles to return home to the U.S.
Mar. 2, 2026
SoCal Flights to and from Middle East Disrupted by U.S.-Iran Conflict
Airlines cancel thousands of flights, including some from LAX, as tensions escalate in the region.
Mar. 2, 2026
Tourists Stranded in Dubai After Attacks on Airport, Port
Hundreds of thousands of travelers across the Middle East are unable to leave as flights are grounded after Iran retaliates against U.S. and Israeli strikes.
Mar. 2, 2026
Indonesia Closely Monitoring 58,873 Umrah Pilgrims in Saudi Arabia
Tensions in the Middle East prompt flight adjustments and safety precautions for Indonesian citizens
Mar. 2, 2026
Holidaymakers describe 'horror' of missile strikes in Dubai
Two couples from Lincolnshire took shelter in their hotel basements after a missile attack on Dubai.
Mar. 2, 2026
Houston Woman Stranded in Dubai After US Strikes on Iran
Shanice Day's 30th birthday trip turned into a nightmare as she and her friend became stuck in the UAE following the military action.
Mar. 2, 2026
Hundreds of Thousands Stranded in Dubai as Iran Targets UAE
Airstrikes force closure of major airports, disrupting travel across the Middle East
Mar. 2, 2026
Tourists Caught in Middle East Conflict as Attacks Disrupt Travel
Travelers in Dubai and Doha describe terrifying experiences as regional tensions escalate.
Mar. 2, 2026
Columbus Pastor Travels to India and Middle East for Mission Work Amid Conflicts
Pastor Eddie Parker and his wife shift travel plans to reach their destinations safely despite regional tensions.