Nigerians attempting to travel to or from Qatar, Israel, Iran, Iraq, Syria, Kuwait, and the United Arab Emirates are stranded due to the ongoing conflict between the US, Israel, and Iran. Several airlines, including Air France, Air India, Turkish Airlines, and Qatar Airways, have cancelled or suspended flights to and from the affected regions.
Affected Airlines:
– Qatar Airways: Suspended flights due to Qatari airspace closure
– Air India: Suspended flights to all Middle East destinations
– _Emirates: Temporarily suspended operations
– Lufthansa: Cancelled flights to Dubai, Beirut, and Oman
– Turkish Airlines: Cancelled flights to Lebanon, Syria, Iraq, Iran, and Jordan
Advisories:
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) advises passengers to contact their airlines for updates, while the Ministry of Foreign Affairs urges Nigerians in affected areas to exercise caution and avoid sensitive locations.
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