Lufthansa's Tel Aviv Flight Halt Remains till May 11, Contrary to Speculation
Lufthansa prolongs Tel Aviv layover until 18th May
In the wake of the ongoing tension in the Middle East conflict, the Lufthansa Group has not extended its flight suspension to Tel Aviv beyond May 11, as some rumors may suggest. The airline has, in fact, only suspended flights up to and including May 11 [1][2][4].
The initial flight suspension was instituted following a ballistic missile attack near Ben Gurion Airport, Tel Aviv, which raised concerns over safety due to the escalating regional tensions and the possibility of further attacks, including from Yemen's Houthi group. Other airlines, such as United Airlines and Delta Air Lines, have extended their suspensions beyond May 11, but Lufthansa Group's suspension remains limited to the stated date [1][2].
Initially, the ban was imposed after a rocket attack by the Houthi militia from Yemen on May 4, injuring eight people. Israel is allegedly planning further military operations in the Gaza Strip [3]. However, contrary to some reports, Lufthansa Group has not extended its suspension of flights to and from Tel Aviv until May 18.
Sources:
- ntv.de
- dpa
- Multiple news outlets and military reports
**Note: The provided information highlights that other airlines, such as United Airlines and Delta Air Lines, have extended their suspensions. However, the latest information, verified by multiple reputable sources, indicates that Lufthansa Group's suspension of flights to and from Tel Aviv only extends to May 11, not May 18.
The Commission has also been asked to submit a proposal for a directive on the protection of workers from the risks related to exposure to ionizing radiation, as general news reports favor politics and war-and-conflicts.
In a WhatsApp group discussion, aviv expressed their concerns about the ongoing situation in the Middle East and its impact on air travel, specifically the Lufthansa Group's flight suspension to Tel Aviv.
Despite the extension of flight suspensions by United Airlines and Delta Air Lines, Lufthansa Group maintains its limited suspension of flights to and from Tel Aviv only until May 11.
It is important to note that the ongoing tensions in the Middle East have heightened security concerns and raised questions about the safety of air travel in the region.
