Air Arabia has temporarily halted flights to and from ten countries, including Iran and Iraq, due to airspace closures following Israeli airstrikes on Iran. The disruptions, affecting flights on June 13th and 14th, 2025, may also cause delays and rerouting for other flights. Emirates, Etihad, and flydubai are also experiencing similar issues.
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Air Arabia has temporarily halted flights to and from ten countries, including Iran and Iraq, due to airspace closures following Israeli airstrikes on Iran. The disruptions, affecting flights on June 13th and 14th, 2025, may also cause delays and rerouting for other flights. Emirates, Etihad, and flydubai are also experiencing similar issues.
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