As of March 2, 2026, the aviation crisis in the Middle East has escalated dramatically, with major airlines suspending flights and tens of thousands of passengers stranded globally. The situation worsened as at least 11 international flights have remained stranded in Pakistan for three days due to airspace closures following US-Israeli military strikes on Iran. Reports indicate that foreign airlines are rerouting flights through Pakistani and Afghan airspace to avoid the restricted zones in the Middle East, causing significant disruptions in global travel networks. Major transit hubs like Dubai and Doha continue to operate under severe restrictions, affecting flight schedules worldwide. The chaos has led to a surge in operational costs, with Brent crude prices rising about 7% to $80 a barrel, further complicating the situation for airlines already struggling with rising fuel costs and operational risks due to the conflict (Profit Pakistan).
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The Middle East aviation crisis worsens as major airlines suspend flights, stranding passengers and disrupting global travel, with rising oil prices and Asian airline stocks plummeting amid ongoing...
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