United Airlines Suspends Tel Aviv Flights Amid Regional Tensions

United Airlines has suspended its flights to Tel Aviv indefinitely owing to security concerns, with plans to resume once safety is assured. This decision comes as many airlines modify schedules to avoid specific airspaces and halt flights to Israel and Lebanon amidst rising regional tensions.

United Airlines announced on Thursday the indefinite suspension of its flights to Tel Aviv, citing safety concerns for both customers and crew. The airline plans to resume the service once the situation stabilizes.

Many global airlines are reassessing their routes to avoid Iranian and Lebanese airspace while cancelling flights to Israel and Lebanon. The decision follows the escalating tensions in the region after the elimination of senior figures from militant groups Hamas and Hezbollah. United Airlines had initially suspended its daily Newark, New Jersey to Tel Aviv service on July 31 but kept bookings open for a September 1 restart.

On Thursday, United affirmed that Tel Aviv would be removed entirely from its flight schedule. Affected customers can either seek refunds or rebook flights to other destinations in Europe and the Middle East. Delta Air Lines, a primary competitor, has also halted its services between New York and Tel Aviv until August 31.

(With inputs from agencies.)