Middle East Conflict Strands 25,000+ Travelers: 15-Hour Qantas “Flight to Nowhere” Returns to Perth

The escalating conflict between Israel and Iran has thrown global air travel into disarray, with thousands of passengers stranded at major Middle Eastern hubs. Iran’s missile strikes targeting the US Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar on June 23 triggered immediate airspace closures across Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, and parts of the UAE. These closures have created a domino effect of cancellations, diversions, and delays for airlines worldwide. The situation worsened following earlier Israeli strikes against Iran on June 13, which had already prompted some carriers to adjust flight paths. “Flight to Nowhere”: Passengers Return to Perth After 15-Hour Journey Perhaps … Continue reading Middle East Conflict Strands 25,000+ Travelers: 15-Hour Qantas “Flight to Nowhere” Returns to Perth