Overview

• Air France announced the suspension of flights over the Red Sea region as a precautionary measure after an object was spotted at high altitude.
• The decision has affected several flights, leading to rerouted paths and extended travel times for routes such as Paris to Antananarivo and Nairobi.
• Some flights were forced to turn back to their departure airports, with new departures planned as soon as possible.
• Air France emphasizes that passenger and crew safety is its top priority, and it continuously monitors geopolitical developments in the regions it serves.
• The Red Sea area has been unstable since November 2023, with ongoing conflicts involving Houthi attacks on ships perceived as supporting Israel.