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Air France Halts Dubai Flights as KLM Suspends Multiple Middle East Routes

Both airlines cite heightened regional risk linked to Iran, with actions described as precautionary.

Overview

  • Air France said it has temporarily suspended service to Dubai and on Friday canceled ParisDubai flights AF660 and AF658, with the return legs scrubbed Saturday.
  • KLM suspended flights to Tel Aviv, Dubai, Dammam and Riyadh, saying the move was taken in agreement with Dutch authorities.
  • Israeli outlet N12 reported that KLM would avoid the airspaces of Iraq, Iran, Israel and several Gulf countries until further notice.
  • Lufthansa’s previously announced halt on Tehran flights runs through March 29, underscoring broader regional caution among European carriers.
  • Swiss and British Airways canceled individual services to Tel Aviv and Dubai as carriers reassess routes based on evolving security guidance.