US and Israel launch strikesUS and Israel launch strikes on Iran prompting Middle East airspace closures
The United States and Israel conducted strikes on Iran, leading multiple countries including Israel, Qatar, Syria, Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, and Bahrain to close their airspace. Over 2,400 to 3,400 flights were canceled across regional airports, stranding tens of thousands of travelers worldwide. The disruptions, which began around February 28, 2026, affect global air travel routes and may persist for days as the conflict evolves, raising concerns over prolonged delays and higher costs.
- Oman’s Muscat International Airport fully suspended operations during the closures.
- El Al airline prepared recovery flights to repatriate stranded Israelis.
- Rerouted flights over Saudi Arabia add hours and fuel costs to global journeys.
US-Iran Ceasefire War
The United States launched military strikes against Iran on June 26, 2026, in response to a drone attack on a commercial cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz, calling it a "foolish violation" of the 60-day ceasefire agreement signed just days earlier[2][4][14].
26 June, 09:35 PM
US launches strikes against Iran following commercial ship attack26 June, 04:47 PM
Trump calls Iran drone attack on cargo ship a ceasefire violation
