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ExpectedLast updated March 18, 2026
Iran Conflict Disrupts Gulf Airlines; Etihad and Qatar Airways Ease Loyalty Requirements
Etihad and Qatar Airways loosened frequent flyer tier qualification requirements (Etihad reducing thresholds by 25%) due to operational disruptions from the Iran conflict, with Middle East tourism losing an estimated $600 million daily in visitor spending.
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March 18, 2026
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March 18, 2026
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