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West Asia News Live: Iran, Israel and allies test limits in regional power game
June 25, 2025, 10:30:07 (IST) Whatsapp Facebook Twitter
Air India to resume most West Asia flights while continuing to avoid unsafe airspaces
Air India will resume most of its flight operations to and from West Asia beginning Wednesday, following disruptions caused by recent regional instability, according to a report in Hindustan Times. This decision comes after many airlines, including Air India, had to reroute or cancel flights due to heightened security risks following the direct military conflict between Iran and Israel in April 2024. While the resumption signals a perceived de-escalation of the immediate threat, the airline has stated it will continue to dynamically assess and avoid any airspaces considered unsafe. The move is considered a positive development for connectivity for the large Indian diaspora in the Gulf and for the economies of West Asian aviation hubs.
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