The escalating tensions in the Middle East, primarily sparked by missile attacks between Israel and Iran, have caused widespread disruption to air travel across the region. These developments have led to massive airspace closures, widespread flight cancellations, and a significant number of rerouted flights, all of which have left thousands of travelers stranded or forced to adjust their travel plans. The situation has become even more complex due to military actions, including bombings ordered by former U.S. President Donald Trump and retaliatory missile attacks from Iran. The resulting travel chaos, particularly for flights to and from Iran, Iraq, Israel, and Jordan, has prompted several countries to issue urgent travel advisories, leaving passengers to navigate the complicated landscape of passenger rights and travel insurance.

June 13: A Pivotal Day in the Conflict

The turning point in the ongoing Israel–Iran conflict occurred on June 13, when Israel launched missile attacks on Iran as part of its military operations. In retaliation, Iran launched its own missile assault targeting U.S. military forces stationed at Qatar’s Al Udeid Air Base just a few days later, on June 16. This sequence of events marked a significant escalation in hostilities and further destabilized an already volatile region. 
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