BAKU, Azerbaijan, February 28. Israel has fully
closed its airspace to civilian flights amid the launch of military
operations against Iran, Trend reports, citing Israel’s Ministry of
Transport.
The ministry urged the public not to go to airports until
further notice. Passengers currently abroad were advised to monitor
flight schedules through media channels and airlines once the
airspace reopens.
Israeli citizens abroad were also advised to follow the
instructions and recommendations of the National Security
Council.
"The airspace will reopen, and flights to and from Israel will
resume as soon as the security situation allows, with a 24-hour
notice provided before the resumption of flights," the statement
said.
Air raid sirens are sounding across Israel, and the Internal
Front Command of the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has warned
civilians to stay near bomb shelters. Citizens are advised to
locate the nearest protective shelter and avoid non-essential
travel due to the heightened security situation.
