Flights at Beirut airport have been disrupted as tensions rise between Israel and Hezbollah, leading to MEA canceling or delaying flights due to insurance risks. Lufthansa also suspended routes to Beirut, citing caution until July 30.
Recent rocket strikes in the Golan Heights have escalated fears of a full-scale war between Israel and Hezbollah. The Israeli government has been authorized to respond to the attacks, but Hezbollah denies any involvement.
Several airlines, including Turkish Airlines, SunExpress, AJet, Aegean Airlines, Ethiopian Air, and MEA, have canceled flights to Beirut amid the growing conflict. The airport, a previous target in Lebanon’s civil war, faces uncertainties due to insurance risks.
The ongoing cross-border exchanges of fire have disrupted regional flights and shipping. Lufthansa’s decision to suspend night flights reflects the volatile situation in the Middle East.
With increasing uncertainties and delays, the impact of the conflict on air travel in the region remains a growing concern.