Under the order, assisting stranded tourists is classified as a mandatory obligation, according to British newspaper The Mirror.

Hotels must not require guests to check out if they are unable to depart due to flight disruptions. Travelers whose bookings are expiring must be allowed to extend their stay under the same terms and rates as their original reservation, Khaleej Times reported.

For guests who are unable to afford additional nights, hotels are explicitly prohibited from asking them to vacate their rooms. In such cases, operators must immediately notify authorities so that the government can assume responsibility for the associated costs.

Authorities in Abu Dhabi have adopted similar measures.

The United Arab Emirates has said it will pay for the hotels and meals of more than 20,000 passengers who are stuck in the country due to airspace closures, Euro News reported.

The emergency measures come amid severe disruption to regional aviation following U.S.-Israel airstrikes and Iran’s retaliation.

Major Gulf carriers have reported unprecedented cancellation rates, including 41% for Qatar Airways, 38% for Emirates, and 30% for Etihad Airways.

Dubai Airports has halted all flight operations at Dubai International Airport and Al Maktoum International Airport until further notice. In Abu Dhabi, operations at Zayed International Airport have also been suspended.

Travelers in Saudi Arabia have been advised to remain indoors where possible, while those in Jordan, Oman, Syria, Lebanon, Yemen and Iraq have been urged to exercise heightened caution due to the risk of further escalation.