Air India Delhi-Tel Aviv flight returns as Israel shuts airspace amid Iran attack
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Air India Delhi-Tel Aviv flight turns back mid-air as Israel closes airspace amid conflict with Iran
An Air India flight from India to Tel Aviv was forced to return midway after airspace was closed following Israel’s launch of an attack in coordination with the United States on Iran. In response, Iran has reportedly begun retaliating against Israel with a barrage of missiles.
Israel has also suspended airport operations, while Iran has closed its airspace amid the military escalation.
IndiGo, meanwhile, said it is closely monitoring regional developments concerning Iran and its airspace. "We are closely monitoring regional updates concerning Iran and its airspace. The safety and security of our customers and crew remain our highest priority. Our teams stand prepared to implement any necessary adjustments as the situation evolves," the airline said.
Earlier today, the United States and Israel launched coordinated strikes in Tehran and other parts of Iran, targeting key government offices and military installations. One of the primary targets was reportedly linked to the office of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who is said to have been moved to a secure location. The extent of the damage and any casualties remain unclear. Meanwhile, Iran has reportedly launched retaliatory missile strikes.
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