27
Jun 2025
8:40 UTC
MENA Tactical: Airlines resume flight operations to region, per June 26 reports; remain cognizant of authorities’ updates
Current Situation:
- Egypt Air has announced the resumption of its services following the phased reopening of airspace in several Middle East and North Africa (MENA) countries. The airline stated that it is continuously updating flight schedules to adapt to changing regional conditions.
- Oman’s flag carrier, Oman Air announced the resumption of its operations as per normal schedule from June 24.
- On June 25, Lebanon-based Middle East Airlines (MEA) resumed flights to and from Baghdad, Najaf, and Erbil in Iraq.
- Turkish Airlines also resumed service to Baghdad and Erbil starting June 25.
- Air Arabia, based in UAE’s Sharjah, announced the gradual resumption of flights to previously suspended destinations beginning June 25.
- Dubai-based Flydubai is reportedly set to become the first foreign airline to resume operations to Israel as of June 25.
Source: Turkish Airlines
Recommendations:
- Within the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, remain cognizant of updates regarding airspace closures, flight cancellations, and disruptions, and reconfirm travel itineraries.
- Adhere to the authorities’ instructions and remain cognizant of further updates.
AFFECTED AREA
Middle East & North Africa
INCIDENT RISK LEVEL
Low
STRENGTH OF SOURCE
Confirmed
Current Situation:
- Egypt Air has announced the resumption of its services following the phased reopening of airspace in several Middle East and North Africa (MENA) countries. The airline stated that it is continuously updating flight schedules to adapt to changing regional conditions.
- Oman’s flag carrier, Oman Air announced the resumption of its operations as per normal schedule from June 24.
- On June 25, Lebanon-based Middle East Airlines (MEA) resumed flights to and from Baghdad, Najaf, and Erbil in Iraq.
- Turkish Airlines also resumed service to Baghdad and Erbil starting June 25.
- Air Arabia, based in UAE’s Sharjah, announced the gradual resumption of flights to previously suspended destinations beginning June 25.
- Dubai-based Flydubai is reportedly set to become the first foreign airline to resume operations to Israel as of June 25.
Source: Turkish Airlines
Recommendations:
- Within the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, remain cognizant of updates regarding airspace closures, flight cancellations, and disruptions, and reconfirm travel itineraries.
- Adhere to the authorities’ instructions and remain cognizant of further updates.
AFFECTED AREA
Middle East & North Africa
INCIDENT RISK LEVEL
Low
STRENGTH OF SOURCE
Confirmed
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