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Melissa Klug Still Stranded in Maldives as Dubai Disruptions Snarl Flights

Peru's Foreign Ministry has activated a crisis cabinet to assist nationals affected by the regional shutdown of key air routes through Dubai.

Overview

  • Klug’s four‑day birthday trip has stretched to roughly two weeks after mass cancellations linked to Middle East attacks halted departures from Malé.
  • She moved to another Maldivian island seeking connections and says limited seats are being prioritized for Dubai residents.
  • Klug is weighing alternatives, including buying tickets to route via China, while partner Jesús Barco publicly urged her to take a private plane.
  • Reports citing the BBC describe an explosion at Fairmont The Palm, drone debris causing a minor fire at the Burj Al Arab facade, and an airport “incident” that constrained Dubai operations.
  • Peru’s Foreign Ministry reports at least 70 Peruvians stranded in Dubai, with additional groups in Qatar, Kuwait and Tel Aviv, and it has mobilized consular support.