Middle East Airlines Suspend, Resume Flights Amid Regional Conflict

Due to escalating conflict and heightened military actions in the Middle East, several airlines, including Etihad, Emirates, British Airways, and Israeli carrier El Al, have suspended or altered flight operations in the region. Etihad has suspended all flights between Abu Dhabi and Tel Aviv until mid-July, while Emirates has temporarily stopped flights to Iran and Iraq through Dubai. El Al initially suspended operations and moved planes out of Israel in mid-June but announced a gradual resumption of limited outbound flights with a strict 50-passenger cap per flight to select international destinations, using a registration system to manage demand. However, a subsequent closure of Israeli airspace led El Al to cancel all flights until further notice, redirecting incoming flights to alternative airports. These disruptions reflect the volatile situation following U.S. missile strikes on Iran and ongoing regional tensions, with airlines prioritizing passenger safety amid the unpredictable environment.