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US-Israel War Strands Hongkongers Amid Flight Disruptions

3/9/2026

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The US-Israel war on Iran enters its 10th day, leaving Hongkongers stranded in the Middle East.
Hong Kong couple Yen Kwok and her husband spent nearly HK$50,000 (US$6,395) on a direct flight home after booking problems.
Their Dubai trip, February 20 to March 1, was extended due to flight disruptions caused by the conflict.
The Immigration Department reported 830 inquiries from Hongkongers in the region, with nearly 420 having left safely.

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Story summary

The US-Israel war on Iran enters its 10th day, leaving Hongkongers stranded in the Middle East.
Hong Kong couple Yen Kwok and her husband spent nearly HK$50,000 (US$6,395) on a direct flight home after booking problems.
Their Dubai trip, February 20 to March 1, was extended due to flight disruptions caused by the conflict.
The Immigration Department reported 830 inquiries from Hongkongers in the region, with nearly 420 having left safely.