How the Middle East Airspace Closures Could Impact Your Flight
Briefly

Following Israel's military operations targeting Iranian nuclear sites, numerous airlines have begun canceling flights to Tel Aviv, while others have diverted routes to bypass Middle Eastern airspace. Major airlines such as Air Indian, Emirates, and British Airways are significantly impacted, with over 1,800 flights disrupted. The airspace of several countries in the region, including Iran, Iraq, and Jordan, has been closed, leading to extensive cancellations and delays. Travelers should check their flight statuses and anticipate added time on diverted routes, which are now rerouted through Central Asia or the Mediterranean.
Airlines are canceling and diverting flights around Middle Eastern airspace as a result of Israel's strikes on Iranian nuclear sites, greatly impacting international travel.
The ongoing airspace closures across Iran, Israel, Iraq, and Jordan have disrupted about 1,800 flights, impacting travel between Europe and key destinations in the Gulf region.
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