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June 23, 2025

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How Are the World’s Biggest Airlines Responding to US-Iran Conflict?
(SOURCE: FORBES AUSTRALIA)

British Airways and Singapore Airlines have suspended multiple flights to key Gulf hubs Dubai and Doha amid ongoing conflict in the Middle East. As thousands of Australian travellers prepare for peak winter escapes to Europe and beyond, here’s how some of the world’s largest carriers are responding to the escalation.

 
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Resources


Crisis24 Intelligence Brief

Iran and Israel - Israel conducts airstrikes, including near nuclear plant in Bushehr, in Iran June 22, following earlier Iranian strikes.

Japan - TS Sepat tracking northwestward over the North Pacific Ocean early June 23. Close approach to Kanto Region, Japan, early June 26.

Middle East/North Africa - Land, air, maritime travel disruptions likely due to ongoing conflict between Iran and Israel as of June 22. Business disruptions likely.

United States - Staffing issues disrupt flights at Newark Liberty International Airport in Newark, NJ, US, June 22; disruptions likely into early June 23.  

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