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UAE Economic Crisis Deepens Amid Israeli-US Conflict

3/31/2026

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  • The United Arab Emirates faces a severe economic downturn tied to the ongoing Israeli-US war on Iran, with market capitalization down by more than $120 billion.
  • The Dubai index has dropped 16% since late February.
  • Real estate sales plunged over 50% versus February.
  • Authorities detained around 70 UK nationals for filming Iranian attacks.
  • Over 18,400 flights were canceled and hotel bookings collapsed.