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ITA Airways extends Tel Aviv flight suspension until end of year

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Posted on October 6, 2025

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ROME (Reuters) -Italy's ITA Airways will extend the suspension of flights to and from Tel Aviv until the end of the year, it said on Monday. The decision also concerns two flights scheduled for New

ITA Airways Prolongs Suspension of Flights to Tel Aviv Until Year-End

ITA Airways Flight Suspension Details

ROME (Reuters) -Italy's ITA Airways will extend the suspension of flights to and from Tel Aviv until the end of the year, it said on Monday.

Reasons for Suspension

The decision also concerns two flights scheduled for New Year's Day 2026, the company, part of the Lufthansa group, said in a statement.

Passenger Options

Israel's two-year-old war on Gaza, triggered by the October 7, 2023 attack on Israel by Hamas, has led to several suspensions of flight connections.

Future Flight Resumption Plans

ITA's services to and from Israel had been due to resume on November 2. "Passengers can either have their flight rebooked at a later date or refunded," the airline said.

(Reporting by Alvise Armellini; Editing by Kirsten Donovan)

Key Takeaways

  • ITA Airways suspends Tel Aviv flights until year-end.
  • Suspension affects flights scheduled for New Year's Day 2026.
  • Decision linked to Israel's conflict with Gaza.
  • Passengers offered rebooking or refunds.
  • ITA Airways is part of the Lufthansa group.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a flight suspension?
A flight suspension is a temporary halt of scheduled flights to a specific destination, often due to safety concerns, operational issues, or external factors such as conflicts or natural disasters.
What are passenger options during a flight suspension?
Passengers affected by a flight suspension typically have options to rebook their flights for a later date or request a refund for their tickets.

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