Airlines Suspend Middle East Flights Amid Escalating Conflict

International airlines have suspended or adjusted flights to the Middle East due to rising conflict. Notable airlines include Air Algerie, airBaltic, Air France-KLM, and United Airlines. These suspensions affect routes to destinations such as Tel Aviv, Beirut, and Amman, with varying resumption dates and reasons cited including security risks.

International airlines have suspended or adjusted flights to Middle Eastern destinations amid escalating conflict in the region. Prominent airlines such as Air Algerie, airBaltic, Air France-KLM, and United Airlines have cited security concerns as the primary reason for these changes.

Airlines have halted flights to key cities like Tel Aviv, Beirut, and Amman, with varying resumption dates. For instance, Air France-KLM has cancelled flights to Beirut and Tel Aviv up to and including Sept. 19, while KLM has extended cancellations to Tel Aviv until Oct. 26 and Transavia until March 31, 2025.

Warnings from nations such as Britain, which advised against entering Lebanese airspace until Nov. 4, have also contributed to the cautious approach by airlines. Adjusted schedules and the extent of flight suspensions reflect the airlines' efforts to mitigate risks associated with military activities in the region.

(With inputs from agencies.)