Middle East Airspace Status: Flight Operations Resume in Some Areas, Remain Halted in Others
Regional Airspace Status
According to МЗС: As of March 13, airspace over Kuwait, Iran, and Iraq remains closed. In contrast, Israel, the United Arab Emirates, and Qatar have partially resumed flight operations. Airports in Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Lebanon, and Oman are functioning normally, indicating stable conditions in these nations. These disruptions are part of a broader regional security situation affecting international travel.
Ukrainian Citizen Inquiries and MFA Hotline
On March 12, Ukraine's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) hotline received two inquiries from Ukrainian citizens. In total, since February 28, the MFA hotline has logged 90 calls related to the escalating security situation in the Middle East. This reflects growing concern among Ukrainian nationals regarding regional developments.
The MFA of Ukraine's 24/7 hotline is available at +38 044 238 1588. Inquiries can also be sent via email to [email protected]. For country-specific information and alerts, citizens can use the following resource links:
- Israel – https://cutt.ly/ktELDsJ8
- UAE/Bahrain – https://cutt.ly/ftELFyb8
- Kuwait – https://cutt.ly/utELFZdJ
- Jordan – https://cutt.ly/gtELGIen
- Iraq – https://cutt.ly/ItELHoZA
- Qatar – https://cutt.ly/HtELJeRz
- Saudi Arabia – https://cutt.ly/otELJG48
- Lebanon – https://cutt.ly/TtELKgXH
- Oman – https://cutt.ly/etELKNOg
- Iran – https://cutt.ly/VtELLla9
This information is pertinent for Ukrainian citizens planning travel or currently residing in the listed countries.
The ongoing airspace closures in Kuwait, Iran, and Iraq are likely a consequence of heightened regional security tensions. This situation is causing apprehension not only among local residents but also among foreign nationals, including Ukrainians. The volume of calls to the MFA hotline demonstrates that Ukrainian citizens are actively seeking information and support, underscoring the critical role such communication channels play during crises.
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