FIA responds to Middle East conflict, prioritises safety in F1 championship
The FIA is closely monitoring the situation in the Middle East following the outbreak of conflict between Iran, the United States and Israel. With questions surrounding the logistics of the 2026 F1 calendar and planned races in the Gulf states, FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem has prioritised the safety of all involved.
Source: Formule1.nl, March 2, 2026
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