Will Middle East Air Routes Reopen?... Israel to Gradually Allow Civilian Flights Starting From the 8th

Updates to Be Provided Throughout the Day

As signs emerge that air routes in the Middle East, previously blocked by the war between the United States and Israel and Iran, are gradually reopening, Israel has announced that it will begin allowing civilian aircraft operations in phases starting from the 8th.

On March 5 (local time), Miri Regev, Israel's Minister of Transport, stated, "We are preparing to reopen our airspace for outbound flights starting this Sunday," adding, "Following an assessment of the ongoing war situation, we have decided to open our airspace for flights departing Israel to foreign destinations from the 8th."

However, she added that "this could change depending on security conditions" and that "updates on the situation will be provided throughout the day."

Israel closed its airspace on the 28th of last month, when it launched a preemptive attack against Iran. It is currently estimated that approximately 21,000 South Korean nationals are residing in over ten Middle Eastern countries, including about 4,000 short-term visitors such as tourists.

In Israel, the evacuation continues, with more than 100 Koreans leaving for Egypt by land on the 3rd.

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