Inbound Yemeni missile triggers airline suspensions in Israel, preceding crucial vote on potential escalation of Gaza conflict.
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Hey there! Let's dive into some recent chaos at Israel's busy airport, Ben Gurion International. On a bustling Sunday, a missile - fired by Iranian-backed rebels from Yemen - created quite a stir, causing momentary panic among passengers and temporarily halting flights and commuter traffic. The blast occurred near an access road, sending panic waves through the bustling terminal.
This attack on TLV happened just before Israeli Cabinet ministers were scheduled to vote on whether to escalate military operations in Gaza. In response, Israel's military chief, Lieutenant General Eyal Zamir, announced they were mobilizing a massive reserve call-up.
Interestingly, the airport hasn't witnessed a missile strike of this sort since the hostilities in Gaza started. The military suspects a malfunction in the interceptor system could be the culprit, initial findings suggest. The Houthis have a history of targeting Israel, standing in solidarity with Palestinians during the conflict. Notably, four people were reported to have suffered minor injuries.
After the blast, several international airlines either postponed or canceled flights. This is a reminder of the past when a wave of airlines halted flights to Israel due to the wars in Gaza and later in Lebanon. Many airlines resumed operations only recently, but this incident has caused yet another round of disruptions.
Now, here's a little fun fact for ya: While Air India, Lufthansa Group (comprising Swiss, Austrian, Brussels Airlines), British Airways, Air France, Wizz Air, Delta Air Lines, and Ryanair have canceled or adjusted their flights, Ethiopian Airlines is operating normally. There's a lot of uncertainty among the airlines regarding security, with some seeking clarification before they resume their services.
- Despite the initial disturbance caused by a missile strike at Ben Gurion International Airport, a paramedic quickly attended to the likely four injured individuals.
- The military, suspecting a malfunction in the interceptor system, is investigating the causes of the missile strike, which occurred near an access road and halted flight operations.
- With Israeli Cabinet ministers previously considering a military escalation in Gaza, the military's mobilization of a massive reserve call-up is likely to reinforce this possibility, given the recent events in the region, which belong to the general news and war-and-conflicts category.
- Amid ongoing politics in the Gaza region, the suspension of international airlines' operations, such as Air India, Lufthansa Group, British Airways, Air France, Wizz Air, Delta Air Lines, and Ryanair, underscores the complex impact of war-and-conflicts on the aviation industry.
