Amidst the escalating tensions between the US, Israel, and Iran, Middle East flights are experiencing a cautious resumption, offering a glimmer of relief to stranded travelers. International airlines, including long-haul carriers Etihad Airways and Emirates, and budget carrier Flydubai, have begun operating select flights from the United Arab Emirates, where air traffic was suspended on Saturday. However, the region's airspace remains volatile, with over 80% of flights to and from Dubai and half of those to and from Abu Dhabi still canceled, according to FlightAware. The situation is further complicated by the temporary closure of Qatari airspace, affecting Hamad International Airport and Qatar Airways. The conflict has stranded hundreds of thousands of travelers, including tourists, business travelers, and religious pilgrims, in multiple countries across the Middle East. As a result, several airlines have suspended operations or canceled flights to and from the region, including Air France, KLM, British Airways, and Lufthansa Group airlines. Indian airlines, such as IndiGo and Air India Express, are resuming limited commercial services to the Middle East to repatriate stranded passengers. The situation remains dynamic, and airlines continue to monitor and adjust their schedules accordingly.
