05 Jan 2018 | 09:05 AM UTC
UAE: Emirates flights resume between Dubai and Tunis Jan. 4
Emirates Airlines flights to resume between Dubai and Tunis January 4; confirm travel reservations
Event
On Thursday, January 4, Emirates Airlines announced it would resume flights between Dubai and Tunis, following successful talks between Emirati and Tunisian officials. According to the Emirati foreign ministry, both countries agreed to extensive security cooperation and information sharing to meet the airline's concerns regarding possible terrorist threats.
Context
Tunisian authorities had suspended Emirates Airlines flights between Dubai and Tunis on December 24 after the airline barred female Tunisian passengers from boarding flights. According to the UAE government, female passengers holding a Tunisian passport had been prevented from boarding Emirates flights since December 22 due to a security concerns.
Advice
Passengers traveling with Emirates Airlines are advised to confirm flight reservations and to contact the airline for more information.