Emirates Airlines has confirmed that it has started operating limited passenger flights, to transport UAE residence holders who are outside the country, and who wish to return from specific destinations to the Emirates.

The company stated, in a statement on its website, that the currently available destinations for return flights include Frankfurt and London Heathrow.

Emirates Airlines stressed that strict entry restrictions will remain in effect upon arrival at Dubai International Airport, which includes mandatory testing of the Dubai Health Authority upon arrival, and a compulsory quarantine of 14 days.

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