March 11 (Reuters) - Wynn Resorts ( WYNN ) said on

Wednesday it has resumed construction on an integrated resort in

the United Arab Emirates following a short pause, even as the

U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran continues to disrupt businesses

in the Middle East.

The Las Vegas-based casino operator said it has taken steps

to ensure the safety and security of all employees working on

site.

"Wynn employees have been offered the opportunity to work

from abroad if their home embassy recommends they do so," the

company said.

Besides severely disrupting shipping through the Strait of

Hormuz, the conflict has also forced the closure of airspace in

the UAE and disrupted flight operations at two of the world's

busiest international hubs - the Dubai International Airport and

Abu Dhabi's Zayed International Airport.

The casino operator, which won the UAE's first commercial

gaming operator's license in 2024, is building the luxury resort

at Wynn Al Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah.

Last month, Wynn said it expected the resort to open in the

first quarter of 2027.