Summary
Global travel faced disruptions after Iran launched a missile attack on a US base in Qatar, in response to US strikes on Iranian sites. Following these events, many airlines cancelled or rerouted flights, especially in the Middle East. Although some airspaces are reopening, the situation remains unstable, affecting travel plans.
Key Facts
- Iran launched missiles at a US military base in Qatar on Monday.
- This attack was in retaliation for US strikes on Iranian nuclear sites on Sunday.
- Many airlines have cancelled, delayed, or rerouted flights due to safety concerns.
- Qatar temporarily closed its airspace, impacting flights by Qatar Airways.
- Middle East airlines like Emirates and Gulf Air suspended or altered service to certain destinations.
- US President Donald Trump announced a truce between Iran and Israel late Monday.
- Despite some airspace reopening, uncertainty about Iranian airspace persists.
- Major airlines like Singapore Airlines and British Airways suspended flights to the region for several days.
