Air India cuts international flights amid Middle East conflict
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Air India announced a temporary suspension of several international flights due to the Middle East conflict, citing airspace restrictions and rising jet fuel prices. The conflict has forced longer reroutings and exacerbated operational challenges for the airline, compounded by Pakistan's airspace ban. Air India plans to continue operating over 1,200 international flights monthly but remains prepared to adjust its network if disruptions persist.