Israel Urges Fair Fares as Flights Resume Post-Terror Incident

Following a terror incident on a Fly Dubai flight the previous evening, the airline announced it is suspending its flights to and from Israel. This suspension aligns with instructions from the Prime Minister and a recommendation from the Minister of Transport and the head of the Shin Bet to halt flights until an investigation is complete. Israeli airlines are set to operate return flights starting the next day, pending final security approvals, to bring Israelis back from the United Arab Emirates. Simultaneously, an urgent request was made to increase Etihad Airways' flight capacity to Israel from Abu Dhabi.

To support Israeli airlines, which will fly empty to the UAE and return with stranded Israelis, the state will compensate them. This decision was made following a request from Minister of Transport Miri Regev and an agreement with the Ministry of Finance, based on the Prime Minister's directive. Consequently, Israeli airlines are obligated to maintain fair pricing and not exploit the situation.

The public is advised to monitor the flight schedules for return flights operated by Israeli carriers El Al, Arkia, and Israir, commencing tomorrow. Passengers who were booked on Fly Dubai are instructed to contact the airline to claim their legal rights, including accommodation, flight refunds, and any necessary additional assistance.