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Cathay Pacific to resume Middle East passenger flights from September

Hong Kong-based Cathay Pacific said it will resume passenger flights to the Middle East from September. The decision signals a normalization of air traffic after regional tensions eased.

A passenger aircraft on an airport tarmac
A passenger aircraft on an airport tarmacPhoto: Ben Leonard / Pexels
South China Morning Post2 h ago

Hong Kong-based airline Cathay Pacific has announced it will resume passenger flights to the Middle East from September. According to the SCMP, the decision signals a gradual normalization of air traffic as regional tensions ease.

The flights had been suspended for a time due to security concerns. The company says reopening the routes will support passenger demand and regional connectivity.

The aviation industry is watching flight conditions over the Middle East closely. The resumption of services is seen as a positive signal for the recovery of commercial and tourist activity in the region.

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