DUBAI, June 23 (WSH) — Amid escalating military conflict between Israel and Iran, and direct U.S. involvement in airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, several international airlines have suspended flights to and from the Middle East due to safety concerns and volatile conditions.
Flight Suspensions Impact Major Routes
Singapore Airlines has canceled all flights to Dubai from June 23 through the coming days, citing “rapidly evolving conditions in the region.” Similarly, Air France–KLM canceled flights to Dubai and Riyadh, while Finnair halted operations from Dubai until further notice.
Though some carriers, such as British Airways, plan to resume operations shortly, the situation remains fluid. Travel industry representatives in Australia noted an uptick in customers rerouting their Europe-bound trips through alternative hubs such as Singapore, Hong Kong, mainland China, and Johannesburg.
Background: U.S. Airstrikes and Rising Regional Risk
The wave of cancellations comes in the wake of U.S. President Donald Trump’s decision to authorize targeted strikes on Iranian nuclear sites, triggering broader unrest in the region. Israel has reportedly conducted over 1,100 airstrikes within five days, claiming unprecedented airspace control and targeting strategic Iranian facilities.
As tensions continue to rise, industry analysts warn of further disruptions to global aviation networks and heightened risk for international travelers across the Middle East.
