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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Allan Olingo

Iran war is straining African airlines, industry body warns

Iran Africa Airlines - (Copyright 2019 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.)

The war in Iran is driving up jet fuel prices and worsening supply strains for African airlines, forcing carriers to review routes and raising fresh concerns about the stability of the continent’s aviation network.

The African Airlines Association (AFRAA) says the crisis has exposed its heavy dependence on imported refined jet fuel, leaving airlines vulnerable to global shocks.

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