Airlines Adjust Flights Amid Middle East Tensions

International airlines have adjusted flight schedules to the Middle East due to regional tensions. Major carriers, including Air France, Emirates, and Lufthansa, have suspended or rerouted flights to affected areas such as Tel Aviv and Beirut, citing security concerns and airspace restrictions.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 10-10-2024 15:11 IST | Created: 10-10-2024 15:11 IST
Airlines Adjust Flights Amid Middle East Tensions
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International airlines are altering their flight routes and schedules due to escalating tensions in the Middle East. Major aviation companies are suspending flights to affected regions like Tel Aviv, Beirut, and areas with restricted airspace to ensure passenger safety and comply with new regulations.

Greek airline Aegean has halted services to Beirut and Tel Aviv, while Air Algerie, Air India, and Ethiopian Airlines have announced similar suspensions until further notice. Several other carriers, including Air France-KLM, Delta Air Lines, and Emirates, have followed suit in response to the volatile situation.

The evolving geopolitical landscape has led airlines such as easyJet and British Airways to pause flights until 2025, highlighting the ongoing uncertainty. This sweeping change in aviation operations stresses the industry's priority on safety amidst geopolitical challenges.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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