Lufthansa Group, Air France Cancel Israel Flights Amid Escalating Tensions

Flights Suspended Due to Safety Concerns

The Lufthansa Group, which includes Lufthansa, Swiss International Air Lines, and Austrian Airlines, has canceled all flights to Israel until further notice due to safety concerns amid escalating tensions in the region.

Air France has also announced the cancellation of flights between Paris and Tel Aviv until further notice.

Safety First

The decision to cancel flights was made as a precautionary measure to ensure the safety of passengers and crew. The Lufthansa Group stated that it is "closely monitoring the situation and will provide an update as soon as possible."

Air France said that it is "committed to ensuring the safety of its passengers and crew and has taken the decision to cancel flights to Tel Aviv as a precautionary measure."

Escalating Tensions

The cancellations come amid escalating tensions in the region following a series of rocket attacks between Israel and the Gaza Strip.

The Israeli military has carried out airstrikes in Gaza in response to the rocket attacks, while Palestinian militants have continued to fire rockets into Israel.

Travel Advice

The US State Department has issued a travel advisory for Israel, urging citizens to reconsider travel to the region due to the ongoing security situation.

The UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office has also advised against all but essential travel to Israel, the West Bank, and Gaza.

Impact on Passengers

The flight cancellations are likely to cause disruption for passengers who were planning to travel to or from Israel.

Passengers are advised to contact their airline for more information and to make alternative travel arrangements.

Stay Informed

The situation in Israel is fluid and changing rapidly. Travelers are advised to stay informed about the latest developments and to follow the advice of local authorities.