If you’re heading from Canada to Dubai or elsewhere in the UAE, a new advisory is urging travellers to be cautious.

On Wednesday, Aug. 6, the government of Canada updated its travel advice for the UAE, known for its popular tourist destination Dubai, due to “ongoing tensions in the region and the threat of terrorism.” Currently, Canada’s advisory level for the UAE is yellow, which means travellers are urged to “exercise a high degree of caution.”

“The security situation remains unpredictable and could deteriorate significantly with little or no warning,” reads the update. “This may result in travel disruptions, including flight cancellations and airspace closures.”

The country has enhanced security measures in place as terrorist groups have indicated their intention to target the UAE,

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