Airspace Tensions Ground Flights: Ethiopian Airlines Suspends 10 Middle East Routes

Airspace Tensions Ground Flights: Ethiopian Airlines Suspends 10 Middle East Routes

Africa’s largest carrier, Ethiopian Airlines, has announced the cancellation of flights to 10 destinations across the Middle East following airspace closures triggered by rising security concerns in the region.

In a statement issued on Monday, the airline disclosed that it had expanded its earlier suspension of four routes to include six additional destinations, bringing the total number of affected cities to ten.

The suspended routes cover major hubs, including Amman, Tel Aviv, Beirut, Dammam, Doha, Manama and Kuwait City. Flights to key cities in the United Arab Emirates, Dubai, Sharjah and Abu Dhabi, have also been temporarily halted.

The airline advised passengers travelling to or from the affected destinations to regularly check their flight status through its official website and other digital platforms to avoid disruption.

“Ethiopian Airlines is closely monitoring developments in the region and will take all necessary measures to ensure the safety and convenience of its passengers and crew,” the statement read.

The decision underscores the growing impact of regional instability on international aviation, as airlines adjust operations in response to evolving security dynamics.