Air travel in the Middle East has descended into turmoil as US and Israeli attacks on Iran have provoked missile and drone responses across the region. Major airports like those in Tel Aviv, Dubai, and Doha, among other critical hubs, have halted flights due to the closure of airspace in multiple countries.
Countless travelers find themselves stranded, as airlines are either cancelling or rerouting long-distance flights between Europe and Asia. The UK has released urgent travel advisories, warning against visiting several Gulf nations and instructing those currently in the area to remain in place. Governments are now contemplating evacuation strategies as tensions keep rising.
Here's a summary of what we know thus far regarding flight cancellations, travel advisories, and the escalating regional crisis.
