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El Al Cancels Planned Direct Flight to Hanoi Following Shin Bet Security Restrictions
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First reported by Kikar HaShabbat · 2 hours ago
What happened
El Al has canceled its planned direct flight to Hanoi, Vietnam, set for October 2026, after Israeli security agencies refused to approve the operation with Israeli crews and planes. The airline will offer affected passengers connecting flights via Bangkok at no extra charge.
- 01El Al cancels direct Israel-Hanoi flight planned for October 2026 due to security restrictions.
- 02Shin Bet and other Israeli security bodies denied necessary approvals for Israeli crews and aircraft.
- 03El Al had initially received preliminary security approvals before announcing the route.
- 04The airline invested heavily in preparations before being informed of the cancellation.
- 05No direct flights currently operate between Israel and Hanoi; travelers must connect via foreign airlines.
- 06El Al offers affected passengers free connecting flights through Bangkok with foreign carriers.
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Full coverage · 9 outlets
The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.
CalcalistUnrated · Hebrew57 minutes ago
El Al Cancels Planned Direct Flight to Hanoi Following Shin Bet Security Restrictions
GlobesUnrated · Hebrew1 hour ago
El Al Cancels Planned Direct Flights to Hanoi Due to Israeli Security Restrictions
Behadrei HaredimRight · Hebrew1 hour ago
El Al Cancels Planned Direct Flights to Hanoi Following Shin Bet Security Directive
Arutz ShevaRight · Hebrew1 hour ago
El Al Cancels Planned Direct Flights to Hanoi Due to Security Approval Denial
YnetCenter · Hebrew2 hours ago
El Al Cancels Planned Direct Flights to Hanoi Due to Security Clearance Issues
MakoCenter · Hebrew2 hours ago
El Al Forced to Cancel New Direct Flight to Vietnam Due to Security Concerns
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