International Airlines Halt Middle East Flights Amid Conflict Concerns

Due to escalating conflicts in the Middle East, numerous international airlines have suspended or adjusted their flight schedules to the region. Notable airlines include Aegean Airlines, Air France-KLM, Delta Air Lines, and Royal Jordanian. The suspensions are primarily related to security risks in key cities like Tel Aviv, Beirut, Amman, and Tehran.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 26-08-2024 16:32 IST | Created: 26-08-2024 16:32 IST
International Airlines Halt Middle East Flights Amid Conflict Concerns
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As tensions escalate in the Middle East, a myriad of international airlines have opted to suspend flights to the region or avoid affected airspace altogether. This move is driven by increasing security concerns and potential risks to aviation.

Aegean Airlines, for instance, has halted flights to and from key Middle Eastern destinations such as Amman and Beirut until later dates. Similarly, Air France-KLM, Delta Air Lines, and Royal Jordanian, among others, have also imposed suspensions and delays on their scheduled flights.

These safety precautions are particularly focused on cities like Tel Aviv, Beirut, Amman, and Tehran. The airlines' decisions come amid warnings from governments and aviation authorities, advising airlines to tread cautiously to ensure the safety of passengers and crews.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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