US-Israel Strikes on Iran Trigger Global Airline Cancellations
US and Israeli military strikes on Iran caused coordinated Middle Eastern airspace closures, forcing airlines to cancel or reroute flights. Air France-KLM halted Tel Aviv and Beirut services, British Airways stopped flights to Tel Aviv, Bahrain, and Amman, while Lufthansa postponed Israel, Beirut, Oman, and Dubai routes. Qatar Airways suspended Doha operations, and Wizz Air paused Israel, Dubai, and Amman flights through early next week. The closures affected Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, UAE, Lebanon, Bahrain, and Jordan, disrupting global air corridors and causing passenger confusion. Travellers face rebooking challenges and delays as airlines urge checking status updates and alternative routes.