Overview

• Air India has suspended all flights between Delhi and Tel Aviv until May 25, citing security concerns following a May 4 missile strike near Ben Gurion Airport.
• The airline, the only Indian carrier offering direct Tel Aviv flights, is providing full refunds or waivers on rescheduling charges for affected passengers.
• IndiGo, Akasa Airlines, and SpiceJet have issued advisories for increased security at Indian airports, urging passengers to arrive early for domestic flights.
• Mumbai International Airport has warned of longer wait times due to enhanced security measures, advising travelers to cooperate with airport personnel.
• Escalating tensions between India and Pakistan, including cross-border firing and Operation Sindoor targeting terror infrastructure in Pakistan, have contributed to widespread travel disruptions.