March 2, 2026
“Brace yourselves for Spartan conditions”: Russia makes fun of its tourists stranded in the UAE amid Iranian strikes
The Russian Consulate General in Dubai published a memo on social media for Russian tourists who have been vacationing in the UAE and are unable to return home
TL;DR
- Russian tourists in the UAE are unable to return home due to Middle East airspace closures.
- Dubai International Airport has suspended operations for three days.
- The Russian Consulate General in Dubai published a memo with limited assistance options for stranded tourists.
- Assistance will involve "Spartan conditions" for those without financial means for further accommodation.
- Tourists are advised to assess their financial capabilities and expect a "downgrade in the number of stars and the level of service."
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