The National Security Council released its threat assessment ahead of the High Holidays, warning of activity by Iran, Hamas, Hezbollah and global jihadi organizations. As the third anniversary of the Oct. 7 massacre could become a focal point for demonstrations and attempted terrorist attacks, the NSC is urging Israelis abroad to exercise increased vigilance and avoid displaying Israeli or Jewish symbols.
Thailand has formally cut visa exemption from 60 to 30 days. The change is set to take effect Sept. 15, with Israelis among citizens of 60 countries and territories eligible to enter Thailand without a visa and stay for up to 30 days.
Wildcat strike threw Ben Gurion International Airport into chaos Thursday afternoon, halting landings and leaving aircraft circling the skies for a full hour. Ripple effect to continue throughout the day as operations gradually restored. PM Netanyahu says "anyone who gets in the way will be gone and sent home."
Union-led job action at has frozen check-in, led to paralysis at terminals, with all but total suspension of arrivals starting at 2 p.m. Departures affected, with updated flight schedule. Israel Airports Authority threatens Court intervention while pilots told to stand down to avoid exhausting the cap on their flight duty period.
The Israeli carrier says it will be unable to operate its planned nonstop route to the Vietnamese capital, which was due to launch in October. Passengers who have already purchased tickets are being offered several alternatives. Arkia, by contrast, is continuing its flights to the Far East using leased aircraft.
Barring an escalation in the fragile situation in the Middle East, Delta Air Lines will resume operations in Israel and relaunch its Tel Aviv-New York route on Sept. 7, 2026, Israel Hayom has learned.
Bluebird Airways has launched a new AI agent that allows passengers to obtain baggage information, add bags and make payments without waiting for a customer service representative.
Criminals around the world are posing as police officers, stopping tourists for supposed passport checks or investigations into counterfeit money, then fleeing with their wallets and valuables. Here is how to recognize the scam and avoid becoming a victim.
The Transportation Security Administration’s next-generation scanners are already operating at hundreds of airports. The new technology is designed to shorten security lines, but some passengers may discover only at the airport that their carry-on suitcase is too large.
A piece of the aircraft’s engine struck and shattered the window, according to Reuters. The same plane reportedly returned to the airport shortly after takeoff the previous day.
