Emirates suspends all flights to and from Dubai

DUBAI, March 7 (Xinhua) -- Dubai-based carrier Emirates said on Saturday that it has suspended all flights to and from Dubai, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), until further notice amid ongoing regional developments.

The airline advised passengers not to travel to airports and said the safety of passengers and crew remains its highest priority.

Emirates said passengers with bookings between Feb. 28 and March 31 can either rebook flights to their intended destination for travel on or before April 30, or request a refund.

In addition, all city check-in points across Dubai have been temporarily closed until further notice.

Residents in Dubai received mobile phone alerts warning of potential missile threats at around 10 a.m. (0600 GMT) on Saturday.