United and Delta Airlines Suspend Flights to Tel Aviv
Airlines Citing Escalating Tensions in the Middle East
United Airlines and Delta Air Lines have both suspended flights to Israel, citing escalating tensions in the Middle East. The airlines announced Wednesday that they would be pausing daily flights to and from Tel Aviv, effective immediately.
Statement from United Airlines
"We are closely monitoring the situation in the Middle East and have made the decision to suspend our flights to and from Tel Aviv due to the escalating tensions in the region," United Airlines said in a statement.
Statement from Delta Air Lines
"Delta is suspending its daily flights to Israel beginning with the Wednesday night flight from Newark to Tel Aviv," Delta Air Lines said in a statement.
Concerns about Safety
Both airlines cited concerns about the safety of their passengers and crew as the reason for suspending flights. The decision came after the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a warning to U.S. airlines about operating flights in Israeli airspace.
Impact on Travel Plans
The suspension of flights is expected to have a significant impact on travel plans for thousands of Israelis and Americans. Many people have been left stranded or are having to make alternative arrangements.
The airlines have said they will continue to monitor the situation and will resume flights as soon as it is safe to do so.
Conclusion
The suspension of flights to Israel by United and Delta Airlines is a reminder of the volatile and unpredictable nature of the Middle East conflict. The safety of passengers and crew must always be the top priority, and airlines are taking the necessary steps to ensure that their flights are not put at risk.
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