Air India, IndiGo, Air India Express and Akasa Air have extended flight cancellations to Saudi Arabia amid heightened security concerns following attacks claimed by Yemen’s Houthi group on targets in the kingdom. The airlines had initially suspended flights connecting Saudi cities until October 17, but have now extended cancellations on several routes, with suspensions running until October 20–24, depending on the airline and destination. The move is expected to disrupt travel plans, with passengers advised to check for the latest updates from their airlines. #SaudiArabia# #AirIndia# #IndiGo# #AkasaAir# #FlightCancellations#

Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary accused UK air traffic control chief Martin Rolfe of lying about the cause of this week's flight cancellations that have cost airlines millions, and called for him to quit

BREAKING: The UK Foreign Office has issued an urgent warning that “the risk of sudden escalation is high” across the Middle East, urging British nationals to prepare for possible flight cancellations, airspace closures and travel disruptions, per official FCDO guidance updated October 27. The alert covers multiple countries, including Israel, Iran, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Qatar, Iraq, Jordan and Yemen. The FCDO also warns that Iran has stated its intention to target locations associated with the US and Israel, as regional tensions remain elevated.

U.S. Mission Saudi Arabia security alert, October 8: Attacks on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh. Americans told to exercise heightened vigilance and expect flight cancellations, airspace closures and travel disruptions. Travel near the Yemen border is advised against. U.S. government employees now need special authorization to use the Riyadh airport.