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Israeli Transport Minister Calls for Suspension of Flydubai Flights to Occupied Territories
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Israeli Transport Minister Calls for Suspension of Flydubai Flights to Occupied Territories

منبع تصویر: isna.ir

By Euronews Farsi Editorial 2 min Read time 25,403

The transport minister of the Zionist regime, Meir Ben Shabbat, has called for the immediate suspension of Flydubai flights to the occupied territories following an incident that occurred on a Flydubai flight from Abu Dhabi to Tel Aviv. This request comes at a time when air relations between Israel and the United Arab Emirates have significantly expanded in recent years due to the Abraham Accords.

Details of the Abu Dhabi-Tel Aviv Flight Incident

The incident occurred when one of the passengers on the flight suddenly experienced a problem, causing serious concerns among the passengers and crew. As a result of this incident, the flight was forced to make an emergency landing at Tel Aviv International Airport. Ben Shabbat stated in a press release that this incident highlights the need for a review of flight security and increased oversight of airline activities.

Consequences of Suspending Flydubai Flights

Meir Ben Shabbat's request may have serious implications for trade and tourism relations between Israel and the UAE. Flydubai is one of the key airlines in the region that has facilitated travel between the two countries. The suspension of this airline's flights could lead to a decrease in the number of tourists and travelers from the UAE to Israel, which is particularly concerning given that the tourism industry in both countries has been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Ben Shabbat has also emphasized that passenger security is the top priority, and the ministry is prepared to take measures to enhance flight security. He also mentioned that discussions with Emirati officials will begin to find solutions to improve the current situation.

While relations between Israel and the UAE are generally assessed positively, this request could become a new challenge in the relations between the two countries. It is expected that this issue will be discussed in upcoming meetings of senior officials from both countries.

Source: isna.ir