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Escalating US and Israeli strikes on Iran have led to widespread airspace closures across the Middle East, causing flight cancellations and diversions. Major airlines, including Qatar Airways and Emirates, suspended operations, while UK travel advisories warn against travel to the region amid heightened tensions.
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Amid rising tensions over Iran's nuclear program, the US, UK, and other nations are evacuating diplomatic staff from Israel and Iran. The US warns of possible military action, with military deployments and diplomatic talks ongoing. The situation remains highly volatile as negotiations falter.
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On December 14, 2025, JetBlue Flight 1112 from Curaçao to New York narrowly avoided a mid-air collision with a US Air Force refueling tanker near Venezuelan airspace. The military jet flew within a few miles at the same altitude without its transponder on, forcing the JetBlue pilot to stop climbing. The incident occurred amid heightened US military activity in the Caribbean targeting Venezuela.
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The Albuquerque family from Virginia filed lawsuits against Delta and KLM after they experienced bed bug bites during a flight from March 21. The family claims the infestation caused injuries, embarrassment, and ruined their vacation. Both airlines are named as defendants, with the case highlighting ongoing concerns about insect infestations on flights.
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Storm Goretti has brought heavy snow, strong winds, and freezing temperatures across Europe, causing travel chaos, power outages, and fatalities. Major airports, railways, and roads are affected in the UK, France, the Netherlands, and beyond, with hundreds of flights canceled and severe weather warnings in place.
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A multi-hazard storm named Goretti is impacting the UK with heavy snow, rain, and strong winds, causing travel disruptions, power cuts, and health alerts. The storm is expected to leave Britain by late Friday, with significant effects across rural and urban areas.
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As of February 2, 2026, Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei warned that any US attack would trigger a regional war, amid a US naval buildup led by the USS Abraham Lincoln. Despite threats, both sides signal readiness for negotiations over Iran's nuclear program and protest crackdown. Iran's parliament designated EU militaries as terrorists in retaliation for EU's IRGC designation. Death toll from protests ranges from 3,117 to over 6,700.
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Multiple European and US airlines have suspended flights to Israel, the UAE, and Saudi Arabia due to escalating regional tensions and military build-up by the US. The US has deployed a carrier strike group toward Iran, heightening fears of conflict. The suspensions reflect increased geopolitical instability in the region.
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Several Middle Eastern countries, including the UAE, Israel, and Qatar, closed their airspace on Saturday, affecting major airlines and rerouting flights. European and US carriers also adjusted routes, leading to delays and cancellations amid escalating regional tensions.