Overview
- Lufthansa has extended its suspension of flights to and from Tehran until April 18, and will not use Iranian airspace.
- Singapore Airlines and other carriers have also stopped using Iranian airspace as a precaution amid heightened tensions following attacks in the region.
- A recent Iranian attack on Israel and ongoing military actions have prompted airlines worldwide to reroute flights and avoid airspace over conflict zones.
- Israel and Jordan have closed their airspace, and airlines like Emirates and Kuwait Airways are adjusting their operations accordingly.
- The changes in flight routes and suspensions are in response to fears of further escalation in the Middle East, with airlines prioritizing passenger and crew safety.