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Following a missile attack near the Tel Aviv airport on May 4, the airline had suspended its services till May 6 and later the same was extended till May 8.
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In August 2024, the airline had suspended the direct flights in view of the escalating tensions between Israel and Iran.
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On January 3, sirens sounded in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem around 04:30 am local time due to a missile launched from Yemen, which was intercepted by the Israeli Air Force. The Israeli military warned of potential falling shrapnel from the interception, and explosions were heard in both cities. The missile had crossed into Israeli territory before being intercepted, with shrapnel landing in Modi'in, central Israel. The missile attack is attributed to Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi militants, who have previously launched missiles and drones towards Israel in what they describe as acts of solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza. In a related development, Israel’s military released footage showing airstrikes on medium-range rocket launchers at a Hezbollah military site in southern Lebanon. The strikes followed Israel's request to the Lebanese army to destroy the launchers, which went unacted upon, prompting Israeli retaliation. The Lebanese army has not yet commented on the matter.
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On November 19, 2024, Ukraine marked 1,000 days of war since Russia's full-scale invasion, with various memorials and protests across the globe. In Kyiv, residents lit candles and prayed at the Motherland Monument, commemorating the lives lost and the ongoing struggles of Ukrainian troops. The war has caused immense loss, with over 6 million refugees and a significant population decline. In Tel Aviv and Cologne, people expressed sadness over the prolonged conflict, calling for greater support for Ukraine. Protests highlighted the need for more military aid, as Ukrainian war veterans spoke of the lack of necessary weapons. The UN reported over 11,700 civilian deaths, though the actual toll is likely higher. In response to Russia’s aggression, Ukraine used U.S.-supplied ATACMS missiles to strike a Russian arms depot. Meanwhile, Russia’s new nuclear doctrine raises concerns about the escalation of the conflict, signaling a potential threat of nuclear retaliation.
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On November 11, riots broke out in Amsterdam following a soccer match between Maccabi Tel Aviv and Ajax, which had sparked violent clashes earlier in the week. Police arrested several people as unrest continued in the city, including the setting of a tram on fire, likely by fireworks. No injuries occurred in the tram incident, as it was empty at the time. The violence is part of a broader wave of unrest linked to the match, including attacks on Israeli fans, which Dutch authorities have condemned as antisemitic. The Dutch Prime Minister and other officials denounced the violence, and investigations into the incidents are ongoing. Four suspects, including minors, were detained, and dozens of others were fined for disturbances. Videos from the riots showed police confronting attackers who shouted antisemitic and anti-Israeli slurs. Tensions remain high, with antisemitic incidents rising in the Netherlands amid the Gaza conflict.
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Police said two suspects opened fire on a boulevard in the Jaffa neighbourhood in southern Tel Aviv. The two suspects were killed, police said
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This marks the first instance in which Hezbollah has claimed to have executed a ballistic missile strike since the ongoing conflict escalated following Hamas' attack on October 7.
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Delta Air Lines (DAL.N) announced on Thursday that it will suspend flights between New York-JFK and Tel Aviv until December 31 due to escalating security concerns in the Middle East.
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Hamas' al-Qassam Brigades targeted Tel Aviv with two rockets on Tuesday. One fell into the sea, and the other did not enter Israel. No casualties reported.
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The cancellation also comes against the backdrop of escalating tensions in the ongoing conflict between Israel and the terror group Hamas
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Thousands took to the streets in Tel Aviv on Saturday (July 6) to demand the Israeli government secure the release of hostages in Gaza, coming as a source told Reuters Hamas had accepted a U.S.-backed proposal to begin talks on releasing Israeli hostages, including soldiers and men.
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Thousands gathered on Saturday night in Tel Aviv, demanding new elections and the resignation of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The protesters, chanting slogans, also called for the release of dozens of hostages held captive in Gaza. On May 18, Benny Gantz, a popular centrist member of the Israeli parliament, urged the government to adopt a new plan for the war in Gaza. Gantz threatened to resign within three weeks if the government fails to act, further deepening the divide in Israel’s leadership more than seven months into the conflict.
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The airline is offering one-time waiver on rescheduling and cancellation charges for passengers who have confirmed bookings for travel to and from Tel Aviv during this period.
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Thousands of Israelis rallied against their government on Saturday (April 13), with some demanding Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu call off the half-year-old war in Gaza amid a deadlock in diplomatic efforts to retrieve hostages held there by Hamas.
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The Tata group-owned carrier recommenced the flight on March 3, an airline spokesperson said on Tuesday.
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The airline has not operated a scheduled flight to and from Tel Aviv since October 7.
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Israel-Hamas War Highlights: US President Joe Biden said, "I just announced $100 million for humanitarian assistance in Gaza and the West Bank. This money will support over 1 million displaced and conflict-affected Palestinians. And we will have mechanisms in place so this aid reaches those in need – not Hamas or terrorist groups."
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The full-service carrier operates five weekly flights to Tel Aviv. The service is on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday.
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As the Israeli government introduced the judicial reforms in the country earlier, protests and hunger strike was going on amid Tel Aviv witnessed a significant number of Israelis rallying through its streets as the police commander of the city announced his resignation. The commander cited political interference from members of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s hard-right cabinet, accusing them of advocating for the excessive use of force against anti-government protesters.
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Jaffa is a historic gem. When in the port city, explore its ancient port, art galleries and monuments.
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A proposed Netanyahu government law will allow a simple majority in Parliament to override supreme court rulings and enable politicians to appoint justices to the bench. Ordinary Israelis have erupted in fury at the move. The dismissal of Defence minister Yoav Gallant, who asked Netanyahu to halt the contentious legislation, fuelled the protests.
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Adani, whose business empire was rocked by allegations of fraud by US short seller Hindenburg Research, appeared alongside Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for signing of the deal to takeover Haifa Port in Israel, and spoke of investment opportunities.
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The Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU) has released its list of the world’s most expensive cities to live in 2022. New York tops the rankings for the first time, tying with frequent leader Singapore. Take a look at the other cities on the list.
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Israeli Prime Minister Yair Lapid said in a separate statement that negotiations over several months led to an agreement to open "an Israeli office in Qatar to provide services to fans coming for the World Cup".
