TBM Staff - Mumbai
Air India announced on Friday the immediate suspension of all flights to and from Tel Aviv in response to the ongoing unrest in the Middle East. The airline emphasised that it is closely monitoring the situation and prioritising the safety of its passengers and crew.
“In light of the current developments in the Middle East, we have suspended our scheduled flights to and from Tel Aviv with immediate effect until further notice,” Air India stated.
The airline is offering full refunds to passengers with confirmed bookings for travel to and from Tel Aviv and reiterated that the safety of its guests and crew remains its top priority.
Earlier, on August 2, Air India had announced a temporary halt to its Tel Aviv services until August 8 due to escalating tensions in the region. The airline, recently acquired by the Tata Group, typically operates five weekly flights from New Delhi to Tel Aviv. The tensions have been exacerbated since the assassination of Hamas political leader Ismail Haniyeh on July 31 in Iran, reportedly by Israeli forces.
