Lufthansa cancels all flights to and from Israel
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Lufthansa has announced the cancellation of all flights to and from Israel, instructing staff to prepare for departure amid heightened regional security concerns.
Lufthansa has announced the cancellation of all flights to and from Israel, while instructing its employees to prepare for their departure from the country.
According to reports from Israeli media, the decision involves a full suspension of services starting from Thursday, 15 January 2026. The airline has reportedly informed staff currently based in Israel to take the necessary steps to leave the country.
Until now, Lufthansa operated daily flights to and from Ben Gurion Airport, serving the Tel Aviv market as part of its regular Middle East network. The announcement marks a temporary halt to one of the airline’s established routes.
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The decision applies to the entire Lufthansa Group, including Austrian Airlines, SWISS, Brussels Airlines, Eurowings and ITA Airways, all of which are implementing security measures in response to ongoing tensions and the potential impact on flight operations in the region.
Reports indicate that the suspension is linked to broader security considerations amid heightened regional tensions. The airline has not announced a specific timeline for the resumption of services, stating that developments are being monitored on an ongoing basis.
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