Germany’s Lufthansa airline has announced the cancellation of its flights to Tel Aviv until Saturday morning, citing security concerns in the region. The airline also stated that it will be avoiding Iraqi airspace as a precautionary measure.
LOT Polish airlines has followed suit by canceling its Friday flights to Tel Aviv and Beirut. The airline has not scheduled any flights to Israel for Saturday and will make a decision regarding Sunday flights on Saturday.
Lufthansa is set to resume flights to Tel Aviv and plans to once again fly through Iraqi airspace starting from Saturday at 1 a.m. ET (8 a.m. in Israel).
Furthermore, Lufthansa has extended its suspension of flights to the capitals of Iran and Lebanon. The airline confirmed that flights to Tehran and Beirut will remain canceled, and it will continue to avoid Iranian airspace until at least April 30.
These decisions come amidst heightened tensions in the region, with airlines taking precautionary measures to ensure the safety of their passengers and crew. Travelers are advised to stay updated on the latest developments and check with their respective airlines for any changes to their flight schedules.
