Middle East

IATA said demand fell 2.2% year-on-year in May as Middle Eastern carriers recorded a 28.8% drop in international traffic

IATA reports global air cargo demand rose 6% in May 2026, led by Africa and North America, despite continued disruption in the Middle East

SWISS has prolonged its Dubai flight suspension until October 24, 2026, while maintaining increased Zurich–Delhi services due to strong demand

Greek researchers have published initial data on changes in vacationer behavior patterns following global security tensions data, signaling stability in the Greek tourism market

Iranian political figure Amir Abbas Fakhravar, in a special interview with PassportNews: "You can be optimistic and dream about Israeli trips to Tehran and Iranian tourists who will come to visit Israel"

The global airline industry is set to see profits cut in half in 2026, according to IATA, as Middle East disruptions and surging fuel prices sharply increase costs and squeeze margins worldwide

Etihad and TAROM launch a codeshare partnership, expanding connections between Romania, Eastern Europe, Abu Dhabi and beyond

Kuwait International Airport has resumed all Kuwait Airways Terminal 4 operations after safety inspections and damage assessments

Saudia, the national airline of Saudi Arabia, has received the first of 15 innovative A321XLR aircraft ordered from Airbus, a key element in the realization of the Kingdom's "Vision 2030"

Dubai signals steady air connectivity: Despite regional tensions, DXB says dozens of airlines continue operating regular flights across the Gulf, Asia, Africa and the Middle East