Emirates, the Dubai-based airline, has announced the suspension of its flights to Damascus, Syria, effective November 15, 2025. The decision, confirmed by an Emirates spokesperson, stems from a routine operational review aimed at optimizing fleet utilization in alignment with the airline’s business objectives. Passengers with bookings on Emirates flights after November 14 will be rebooked on flydubai, ensuring continued air connectivity between Dubai and Damascus. The airline expressed regret for any inconvenience caused and emphasized its commitment to resuming operations at the earliest opportunity. This suspension marks a temporary halt in Emirates’ services to Damascus, which were reintroduced in July 2025 after a 13-year pause due to the Syrian civil war. Initially operating three weekly flights, Emirates expanded its services to daily flights in October 2025, utilizing a Boeing 777-200LR aircraft. The reintroduction of flights earlier this year followed a thorough evaluation in collaboration with the UAE General Civil Aviation Authority. Other UAE carriers, including Etihad and flydubai, continue to operate flights to Damascus. Emirates’ decision underscores the dynamic nature of airline operations and the challenges of maintaining routes in regions with complex geopolitical landscapes.