What the Israel-Hamas Conflict Means for Safety of Region’s Flights, Travellers

Global News reports that the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas has heightened safety concerns for regional flights and travellers.

In response to recent violence, major international airlines, including Air Canada, British Airways, and Air France, suspended flights to Israel.

Adjustments to flight paths to avoid Israeli airspace have minimal impact due to its small size. Regulatory bodies have advised airlines to be cautious in the region. Certain Israeli airlines employ anti-missile systems and pilot techniques to mitigate threats. Meanwhile, Canada has evacuated approximately 1,150 Canadians from Israel. It has advised against non-essential travel to the area and neighbouring countries Lebanon and Jordan due to the escalating security situation.

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