Following recent explosions in Lebanon linked to pagers and walkie-talkies, Dubai-based airline Emirates has announced that the use of these gadgets will no longer be allowed onboard its flights,even as it extended cancellations to Middle East destinations.
The airline also suspended flights to Iraq and Iran, with services to Lebanon remaining halted until October 15.
This decision comes in response to a series of explosions involving communication devices linked to the Iran-backed Hezbollah group, who blamed Israel for the attacks.
Emirates noted in a statement posted on its website, Emirates said that "such items found in passengers' hand luggage or checked baggage will be confiscated by Dubai Police."
The blasts last month resulted in the deaths of at least 37 people and injuries to nearly 3,000 individuals across Lebanon.
"Flights to Jordan, which were also suspended, are expected to resume on Sunday, according to the airline.
"Flights to and from Lebanon will remain suspended until October 15 due to Israel's intensified attacks on the country, including parts of the capital near the Beirut airport. Several other airlines have also temporarily halted some services to and from Beirut and other Middle East destinations.
"Customers transiting through Dubai with final destination Beirut will not be accepted for travel at their point of origin until further notice.
*Impacted customers must contact their booking agents for alternative travel options or contact us if they have booked with Emirates directly.
"Customers are requested to ensure their contact details are correct by visiting Manage Your Booking to receive updates.
"We continue to closely monitor the situation in the region and are in contact with the relevant authorities regarding developments," Emirate notified.
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