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Arkia Faces Lawsuit Over Passenger Stranded in Greece
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First reported by Ynet · 4 hours ago
What happened
An Israeli passenger is suing Arkia Airlines for NIS 17,959 in damages after being forced to buy expensive new tickets to return home from Greece during Operation Iron Swords when his original flight was canceled. The airline had refused to recognize its own "rescue flights" as a free alternative, leading to the legal dispute.
- 01Passenger sues Arkia for NIS 17,959 over stranded family in Greece.
- 02Original flight canceled during Operation Iron Swords; Arkia rescue flights deemed costly.
- 03Small Claims Court rejected passenger's refund request.
- 04Appeal argues for consumer fairness regarding Arkia's actions.
- 05Case references similar airline compensation disputes.
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