Mideast Airstrikes Severely Disrupt Global Flights

Israeli airstrikes on Iran and subsequent Iranian retaliation have triggered widespread airspace closures across the Middle East, including Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Syria, Lebanon, and Israel, causing severe disruptions to global air travel. Major airports such as Israel's Ben Gurion, Iran's Mehrabad, and Jordan's Queen Alia were fully shut down, resulting in over 15,000 flight delays and nearly 1,000 cancellations within a single morning. Airlines including Air India, IndiGo, Emirates, Etihad, Lufthansa, and flydubai have rerouted or suspended flights, leaving many passengers stranded or facing confusion. While Jordan, Syria, and Lebanon have begun to reopen airspace and resume limited operations, Iran continues to enforce a nationwide suspension and has urged citizens to avoid airports. Regional governments, such as the UAE, have issued advisories for travelers to remain vigilant and register for consular support. The ongoing instability continues to disrupt air traffic between Asia and Europe, highlighting the global reach of the conflict.