Leading airlines have restricted travel to and from Israel after violent clashes broke out on Saturday morning. Air India canceled a flight from Delhi to Tel Aviv and a return flight from Israel on October 7 due to a surprise attack by the Hamas terror group. Others, including German airline Lufthansa, have announced plans to cancel most flights today.
“An Air India flight from Delhi to Tel Aviv on October 7, 2023 and the return flight AI140 from Tel Aviv to Delhi have been canceled in the interest and safety of our guests and crew members. All assistance will be provided to passengers as required. “said an Air India spokesperson.
Meanwhile, the Indian Embassy in Israel has issued an advisory asking citizens to remain vigilant and follow security protocols.
Flight cancellations were also announced by other international airlines, including Lufthansa, Swiss Air and Turkish Airlines.
“Given the current security situation in Tel Aviv, Lufthansa will maintain a single flight to Frankfurt, but all other Lufthansa flights to and from Tel Aviv have been canceled for this Saturday,” an airline spokesman told AFP.
(With contributions from agencies)
The Israeli military is fighting Hamas terrorists in various locations in southern Israel near the border with Gaza, including in the cities of Kfar Aza, Sderot, Sufa, Nahal Oz, Magen, Be’eri and at the Re’im military base
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