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Israeli Plane Diverted to Turkey Faces Refueling Denial

El Al flight forced to land in Antalya for medical emergency but encounters complications with Turkish airport authorities.

  • El Al flight from Warsaw to Tel Aviv made an emergency landing in Antalya due to a medical issue on board.
  • Turkish airport staff initially refused to refuel the plane, citing procedural requirements.
  • The plane remained on the tarmac for hours with passengers unable to deplane, except for the ill passenger.
  • Conflicting reports emerged on whether the refueling denial was a decision by Turkish officials or the El Al captain.
  • The flight eventually refueled in Rhodes, Greece, before continuing to Tel Aviv.
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