Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleThe US launched new strikes on Iran, with US president Donald Trump declaring the ceasefire "over" and talks a "waste of time". Despite this escalation, the UK's Foreign Office (FCDO) has not changed its new advice for travel to the United Arab Emirates. The FCDO lifted its "all but essential travel" advisory for the UAE on 18 June, meaning travel insurance is likely valid for trips to the region. Commercial flights to the UK from the UAE have resumed, and package holidays are expected to operate as usual. The FCDO continues to warn that “the situation remains unpredictable and attacks could resume at short notice”.In fullIs it safe to travel to Dubai and Abu Dhabi? Advice after US-Iran conflict escalatesMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in