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European airlines are grappling with declining profits amid rising operational costs and delivery delays from Boeing. Ryanair reported an 18% drop in profits, while Air France-KLM's earnings fell short of expectations due to reduced travel during the Paris Olympics. British Airways' parent company, IAG, posted strong profits, contrasting with its competitors' struggles.
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On November 11, 2024, a Spirit Airlines flight was struck by gunfire while approaching Port-au-Prince, leading to a diversion to the Dominican Republic. The FAA has since suspended all flights to Haiti amid escalating gang violence, which has intensified following the appointment of a new interim prime minister.
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Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki's eruption in Indonesia has led to the cancellation of numerous flights to and from Bali, stranding thousands of travelers. Airlines are resuming some services as conditions improve, but safety concerns remain high following the volcano's ash cloud and ongoing eruptions.