"Both players have registered their presence with the UK government to receive official updates and guidance. Both Ellie and Sadia are in contact with the RFU, PWR and their clubs and continue to be supported throughout this period. They will return to England as soon as it is possible to do so."
"Airspace over the Middle East remains restricted, with flights completely or partially grounded over Saudi Arabia, Iran, Iraq, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, Syria, the UAE and Israel. More than 140,000 Britons in the region have registered their presence with the UK's Foreign Office, after US-Israeli strikes on Iran prompted retaliatory strikes by Iran across the region."
England Red Roses players Ellie Kildunne and Sadia Kabeya travelled to Dubai before Middle East tensions escalated and are now unable to return to the UK due to widespread travel disruption. Kildunne, a 26-year-old full-back, will miss Harlequins' home fixture against Saracens, while flanker Kabeya, 24, will miss Loughborough Lightning's away match at Sale Sharks. Both players have registered with the UK government and remain in contact with the RFU and their respective clubs for support. Airspace across the Middle East remains restricted following US-Israeli strikes on Iran and subsequent Iranian retaliatory strikes, affecting over 140,000 British nationals in the region. Dubai has experienced direct strikes, causing damage to the airport and hotels.
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