Airlines Adjust Services Amid Rising Middle East Tensions

Amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, various international airlines have suspended or adjusted flights to the region. Notable cancellations include flights by AEGEAN Airlines, Air France-KLM, Delta, and more. These measures are primarily driven by safety concerns and potential risks to aviation from military activities.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 20-08-2024 13:41 IST | Created: 20-08-2024 13:41 IST
Airlines Adjust Services Amid Rising Middle East Tensions
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Amid rising tensions in the Middle East, international airlines are taking precautionary measures by suspending or adjusting flights to the affected region. AEGEAN Airlines, Air France-KLM, and Delta are among the notable names that have cancelled or postponed flights to key destinations.

The situation has prompted airlines to avoid certain airspaces due to the risk of military activities. For instance, Lufthansa Group has extended its suspension of flights to and from Tel Aviv, Tehran, Beirut, Amman, and Erbil through August 26.

The adjustments in airline services are indicative of the broader concerns surrounding safety and security in Middle Eastern airspace. As the situation continues to evolve, airlines are closely monitoring developments to ensure passenger safety.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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