Russia expects to eventually secure a Pantsir-S1 air defense agreement with Azerbaijan as Moscow and Baku rebuild military relations.
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Digi Yatra has commenced international passenger trials at seven Indian airports for eligible Indian nationals holding e-passports. The programme covers selected international flights operated by Air India and IndiGo, allowing passengers to use biometric verification at designated airport checkpoints. The trials will run through December 2026, with passenger feedback guiding plans for a wider rollout in 2027.
Emirates will deploy its Airbus A350 on daily flights between Dubai and Durban from 1 March 2027. The expansion will introduce Premium Economy at King Shaka International Airport and complete the airline’s upgraded cabin rollout across its three South African gateways.
Qatar Airways has abandoned its planned Airbus A380 return to Singapore in March 2027.
Iran Air’s Boeing 747 EP-ICD faces heavy maintenance in Tehran, while sanctions complicate repairs and delay its return.
Emirates will introduce its 298-seat Airbus A350 on daily EK709 and EK710 flights between Dubai and Mauritius from November 1, 2026, replacing the Boeing 777 and bringing its latest Business Class and Premium Economy cabins to the route.
Etihad launches nonstop Abu Dhabi-Calgary flights, bringing new trade, tourism and travel links to Western Canada today.
Emirates has introduced its Airbus A350-900 on the Kolkata-Dubai route, replacing the Boeing 777-300ER on daily flights EK570 and EK571.
Emirates will remove the Airbus A380 from three routes during winter 2026/2027. Dubai-Jeddah and Dubai-Washington will use Boeing 777-300ER aircraft, while Medina will have no scheduled A380 services.
Emirates Skywards is offering one bonus mile for every minute members spend in Dubai, with qualifying travelers able to earn up to 7,200 bonus miles under the limited-time 2026 promotion. Registration, eligible round-trip tickets and a minimum 24-hour stay are required.