Lebanon Closes Its Airspace to All Aircraft

Caretaker Minister of Public Works Ali Hamieh wrote on the X: "Due to the developments in the region and our keenness on the safety and security of Lebanese airspace, the Ministry of Public Works announces that Lebanese airspace is closed to all incoming, outgoing, and overflying aircraft, temporarily and precautiously, starting from 1:00 am today on Sunday, April 14, 2024, until 7:00 am of the same day. Consequently, air navigation at Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport is completely closed during the mentioned period, with updates and reviews according to developments."