Travel Disruptions: Dubai and Abu Dhabi airports saw fresh Monday delays, with airlines including Emirates, flydubai, Turkish Airlines, Air India and RwandAir affected, and several cancellations listed. Aviation Sanctions: The US sanctioned 27 Iranian airlines, prompting suspensions or limits across the region; reports say Iranian flights to Oman, Azerbaijan and Georgia were hit, while Afghanistan routes continued. Middle East Travel Risk: In the Strait of Hormuz, a tanker was reported struck and other explosions reported near Yemen as oil prices climbed (Brent above $102) while jet fuel eased. Georgia Entry Rules: Georgia requires foreign visitors to hold health and accident travel insurance for 2026 with at least 30,000 GEL coverage for the full stay. Rail & Insurance for Travelers: ADY increased Baku–Tbilisi–Baku services and ticket prices were reduced; passengers are reminded to buy travel insurance (minimum 30,000 GEL). Culture & Tourism: Batumi hosted ATIFF 2026, where Omani filmmaker Mohammed al Kindi won a jury special prize for “Roofs,” with festival events spanning Tbilisi, Mtskheta and Kakheti. Local Life in Tbilisi: A Tbilisi court sentenced a Russian citizen for balcony urination at a café, with deportation and a three-year entry ban.