Emirates, Qatar Airways, and other major airlines are cancelling flights and halting routes amid uncertainty from U.S. strikes and a shaky Israel-Iran ceasefire deal
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This week, the U.S. military involvement in Israel's conflict with Iran resulted in major global travel disruptions, particularly affecting air traffic in the Middle East. Following intense bombings on Iranian sites ordered by President Trump, Iran retaliated with missile strikes on U.S. forces. Subsequent flight cancellations surged, especially from Qatar and the UAE, as airlines faced increased safety concerns. Despite a ceasefire announcement, tensions remain high, with numerous airlines halting operations or altering routes to avoid conflict areas, indicating the ongoing instability in the region.
The U.S. entry into Israel's war with Iran caused widespread global travel disruptions, with flight cancellations peaking despite claims of a ceasefire by Trump.
The Middle East carriers faced severe cancellations due to the airspace closure in Qatar, leading to large-scale disruptions affecting many international flights.
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