Major Airlines Suspend Middle East Flights Amid Conflict

Major U.S. airlines, including American, United, and Delta, have suspended flights to the Middle East due to escalating conflict between Israel and Iran and increasing security concerns. American Airlines has paused its Philadelphia–Doha service until at least June 22, while United Airlines halted its Newark–Dubai route indefinitely, and Delta previously suspended flights to Tel Aviv. These suspensions come amid widespread airspace closures over Israel, Iran, Iraq, and Jordan, and are the first to affect major hubs like Dubai and Doha. International carriers such as Air France-KLM and Air Canada have also adjusted their routes. The U.S. Embassy in Qatar has warned Americans to remain vigilant and temporarily restricted access to Al Udeid Air Base. The actions reflect the volatile security situation as Israel intensifies strikes on Iranian targets and Iran responds with missile attacks.