Israeli Airlines to Resume Flights to Dubai After Security Issues Resolved

Following the resolution of security disputes that had previously prevented Israeli airlines from operating flights to the United Arab Emirates, both El Al and Arkia have announced plans to resume their routes to Dubai. The decision comes after a significant security incident involving a Flydubai flight landing in Israel, which appears to have cleared the way for the resumption of services.

El Al confirmed it is preparing to restart its Tel Aviv-Dubai route in November, eight months after flights were suspended. The airline intends to operate at least two daily flights on this route. El Al stated that the resumption is contingent upon receiving the necessary approvals from relevant state authorities and follows a hiatus that began after Operation "Lion's Roar."

Arkia also announced its preparations to restart flights between Tel Aviv and Dubai. The airline indicated that following months of intensive efforts to remove obstacles, it is ready to resume operations as soon as its operational and logistical preparations allow. Arkia plans to operate two daily direct flights to Dubai, anticipating high demand. Like El Al, Arkia's resumption is subject to obtaining all required approvals from state and security bodies.

The announcements follow a serious security incident earlier that day, where a Flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv made an emergency landing in Israel. Initial reports suggest the incident may have been an attempted hijacking or a deliberate crash by the Omani co-pilot.