Middle East Airlines Suspend Flights Amid Israel-Iran Conflict Escalation

The recent escalation of conflict between Israel and Iran has led to widespread flight cancellations and airspace closures across the Middle East and beyond. Major airlines such as Etihad Airways, Emirates, Qatar Airways, Delta, United, and several European carriers have suspended or rerouted flights to and from Israel, Iran, and neighboring countries due to safety concerns and regional airspace restrictions. Countries including Iran, Iraq, Jordan, and Syria have closed their airspace, significantly disrupting commercial aviation routes. Airlines have reported flights being canceled, delayed, or diverted, with some flights operating as "flights to nowhere" before returning to their origin. The situation follows Israel's large-scale airstrikes on Iranian nuclear and military facilities and Iran's retaliatory drone attacks, leading to heightened tensions and security measures across the region. Travelers are advised to monitor airline updates closely as the conflict continues to impact air travel.