Austrian, Italian airlines cancel Israel flights over security concerns

Austrian Airlines and ITA Airways canceled all scheduled flights to Israel for Saturday due to security concerns, Israeli broadcaster Channel 12 reported Friday. This suspension of services by the two airlines comes amid rising regional tensions that continue to disrupt air travel to and from Israel. The report did not specify if flights beyond Saturday would also be affected. International airlines have frequently suspended and resumed services to Israel since the conflict in Gaza began in October 2023, with the latest cancellations occurring amidst escalating tensions related to the ongoing US-Iran confrontation and fears of a broader regional conflict.