Middle East conflict impacts aviation industry
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Donald Trump, Emirates, Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, Saudia
Middle East
July 2026
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US attacks on Iran and retaliatory strikes in Kuwait, Bahrain, and Jordan have destabilized the region. Major Middle Eastern airlines (Emirates, Etihad, Qatar Airways, Saudia) are facing operational challenges. Despite the fragile situation, flight volumes are recovering, but travel warnings persist.
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