Dhaka, March 5 -- The United Arab Emirates is planning to operate hundreds of repatriation flights in the coming weeks to help stranded travelers return home following widespread airspace disruptions across the Middle East.

According to government officials, the plan comes after several days of missile and drone exchanges that triggered large-scale airspace closures in the Gulf region, grounding thousands of flights and leaving tens of thousands of passengers stranded.

Dr. Saif Al Daheri of the National Emergency Crisis and Disasters Management Authority said authorities are working closely with airlines to gradually restore operations. He noted the government is coordinating with carriers on a phased approach that will soon see up to 3...