Why is Emirates flying to Russia?

Dubai is part of the United Arab Emirates, which hasn't condemned Russia for the war in Ukraine or imposed sanctions against the country. Al Maktoum said Emirates' services to Russia serve to link up people between the country and the UAE. We're connecting people between the two countries, Al Maktoum told CNBC.



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