Israel-UAE Rescue Flights from Dubai to Continue Amidst Uncertainty
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- Rescue flights from Dubai to Israel will continue until Thursday.
- Passengers can only bring hand luggage; checked bags will be sent separately.
- A decision on extending the flights is expected Thursday.
- Shin Bet involvement in the flights is also under review.
- No Israeli airlines are currently operating regular flights to Dubai.
Rescue flights from Dubai to Israel will continue for at least until Thursday, following extensive discussions and a period of uncertainty. The United Arab Emirates has approved the continuation of the rescue operation after pressure from Israel's Ministry of Transportation. Under the current arrangement, passengers are permitted to carry only hand luggage, while checked baggage will be transported separately on cargo planes.
A decision regarding the future of these flights, including whether they will continue beyond Thursday and if the Shin Bet's involvement will still be required, is expected on Thursday. This situation arises because Flydubai has extended its suspension of flights to Israel until October 15th, leaving no Israeli airlines operating regular flights to Dubai. Consequently, many Israelis in the UAE or planning connecting flights through Dubai were left without standard travel options.
The rescue flights, operated by Israeli companies, currently represent the primary means for Israelis to return home. The issue of baggage handling has been a significant challenge in operating these flights. Daily evaluations of the rescue flight plan are being conducted, contingent on security and political approvals.
