Flights diverted, delayed: Airlines avoiding Middle-eastern skies; not flying in airspace over Iran, Iraq, Syria and Israel June 21, 2025 at 11:39PM

Escalating conflict between Tel Aviv and Tehran has triggered widespread flight disruptions. Global airlines are rerouting flights to avoid Iranian, Iraqi, and Jordanian airspace, leading to delays and increased fuel costs. Israel's airlines have suspended rescue and scheduled flights, while Lufthansa has halted flights to Tehran.

Watch: Smoke rises over Tel Aviv building as Iran fires missiles post US strike; several injured June 21, 2025 at 10:36PM

Following US strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, Tehran launched a missile barrage on Israel, injuring 86. Buildings and vehicles sustained damage, with witnesses reporting a massive explosion. The attack followed Trump's warning of severe consequences for further aggression, while Iranian leaders condemned US involvement, threatening irreparable damage.