Airlines Cancel Flights to Israel Amid Security Fears

Several major airlines, including Lufthansa, United Airlines, Delta, and British Airways, have canceled flights to Israel due to escalating regional tensions and security concerns. This decision follows recent Israeli airstrikes that killed high-profile figures such as Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh and Hezbollah commander Fuad Shukr. The airlines have cited fears of retaliatory attacks from Iran and Hezbollah, with United and Delta suspending flights immediately and Lufthansa extending cancellations through August 8. The cancellations have left numerous passengers stranded or needing to rebook, with some flights returning mid-route due to the heightened risk. Israeli airspace briefly closed in the north, further complicating travel logistics.