KLM airline has stopped flights over the Middle East due to rising tensions

Dutch airline KLM has temporarily suspended flights to some Middle Eastern destinations due to rising tensions in the region. This was reported on January 23 by the news portal NU.nl .

"KLM Airlines is suspending flights to a number of destinations in the Middle East due to growing tensions in the region. The airline announced the temporary suspension of flights over Iran, Iraq, Israel and several Persian Gulf countries," the publication says.

The company noted that the decision was made against the background of the "geopolitical situation." All scheduled flights to these destinations have been cancelled.

It is noted that the airline usually consults with the Dutch government before making appropriate decisions. It is currently unclear how long the restrictions will last.

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