Flydubai apologises after Israeli passengers face delays at Dubai airport

Flydubai has issued an apology after passengers on a flight from Israel experienced delays on arrival in Dubai on Monday.

In a statement carried by national news agency WAM, Flydubai said it is currently reviewing the reasons behind the delay.

The airline added that it is "revalidating the processes and procedures to prevent any delays to subsequent flights."

The statement also said, "the policy permitting the entry of Israeli citizens remains unchanged, and Israeli citizens continue to be welcomed to the UAE."

Statement on entry of #Israeli citizens to the #UAE #WamNews https://t.co/L2tBrDfPyI

— WAM English (@WAMNEWS_ENG) December 7, 2020