Attacks hit Dubai airport terminal handling Hungary traffic, thousands of Hungarians seek consular help

Fighting across the Middle East has intensified, with missile and drone strikes affecting key civilian infrastructure in Dubai, including a terminal that handles flights linked to Hungary, Hungary’s foreign minister has said.

According to Péter Szijjártó, the number of Hungarians in the region registering for consular protection more than doubled within a single day, rising from 1,893 in the morning to 4,144 by the evening.

Writing on social media, the minister said hostilities remained severe overnight, with Iran launching further attacks against neighbouring Arab countries. He reported that 137 missiles and 209 drones were fired towards the United Arab Emirates alone.

Dubai airport and landmark damage

Several strikes reportedly hit Dubai International Airport, including a terminal that manages traffic connected to Hungary. The airport is one of the world’s busiest hubs and a key gateway between Europe and Asia.

Local authorities said one waiting area suffered minor damage during an incident that was quickly contained. Four people were injured at the airport, InfoStart reported.

Debris from an intercepted drone also sparked a small fire on the exterior façade of the iconic Burj Al Arab hotel. Another fire broke out at a berth in Jebel Ali port after further falling debris from an air defence interception.

Airports in Abu Dhabi, Doha and Manama were also targeted.