Flights Canceled, 32 Diverted to Cyprus Amid Israel-Iran Strikes

Due to escalating conflict between Israel and Iran, Cyprus has experienced significant disruptions in air travel, with dozens of flights to and from Israel being canceled or diverted to Cyprus's Larnaca and Paphos airports. Specifically, 32 flights originally bound for Israel were diverted, with passengers accommodated in airports and local hotels as Israeli airspace remains closed amid heightened security concerns. Cyprus has increased police presence in key locations, including airports, ports, synagogues, and areas with Israeli nationals, alongside activating its national emergency plan, ESTIA, to assist foreign nationals in the region. The Cypriot government has convened emergency meetings of the National Defense Council to assess the volatile situation. Despite these disruptions, flights to and from other destinations continue operating normally. The situation remains tense with fears of a wider regional conflict following Israeli airstrikes on Iranian targets and Iran's promise of retaliation.