Middle East tensions have caused chaos in aviation.

Middle East tensions have caused chaos in aviation.

24.01.2026 00:30

Increasing security concerns and airspace risks in the Middle East are negatively impacting international air traffic. Major airlines such as KLM, Air France, and British Airways have decided to cancel or suspend some of their flights to the region. This situation particularly affects flights to Israel, the United Arab Emirates, and other countries in the region.

Increasing security concerns and airspace risks in the Middle East are causing significant disruptions in international air traffic. Many major airlines have decided to cancel or suspend some of their flights to the region. This development particularly affects flights to Israel, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), and other countries in the region.

KLM, AIR FRANCE AND OTHERS SUSPENDING FLIGHTS

Europe-based KLM and Air France have canceled flights to destinations such as Israel, the UAE, and Saudi Arabia due to uncertainty in the Middle East. Flights planned on routes to Dubai, Riyadh, and Tel Aviv have either been postponed or completely removed from the schedule.

BRITISH AIRWAYS JOINS IN

The British airline British Airways has made changes to some of its flights to Dubai and other regional destinations due to risks in the Middle Eastern airspace. According to aviation industry sources, such cancellations are increasing due to security assessments and airspace restrictions.

ROUTES ARE CHANGING, FLIGHTS ARE SUSPENDED

As a result of the escalating tensions in the region, many airlines are temporarily avoiding the congested airspace of the Middle East by using alternative routes or completely suspending their flights. This situation leads to additional delays and organizational challenges for passengers.

WARNINGS AND SECURITY MEASURES FOR PASSENGERS

Experts indicate that as long as airspace risks persist, airlines may make rapid changes to their flight schedules. Passengers are advised to check their travel plans and stay updated on flight statuses with the airlines.

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