If your Middle East flight has been cancelled due to the Iran crisis, you are entitled to a full refund. Under EU Regulation 261/2004, US Department of Transportation rules, and most national aviation regulations, airlines must offer refunds for cancelled flights regardless of the cause. This applies to all airlines, not just Gulf carriers.
For direct bookings, contact your airline's refund portal: Emirates (emirates.com/refund), Etihad (etihad.com/manage), Qatar Airways (qatarairways.com/refund), British Airways (ba.com/refunds), Lufthansa (lufthansa.com/refund). For bookings through travel agents or OTAs like Expedia, Booking.com, or Skyscanner, contact the platform where you booked.
Important: Airlines are offering both refunds AND free rebooking. If you plan to travel later, rebooking may be preferable as prices could increase. Keep all booking confirmations and communication. If your airline denies a refund, file a complaint with your national aviation authority or use your credit card's chargeback protection.
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