Ethiopian Airlines has suspended flights to three airports in Ethiopia's northern Tigray region after Tigrayan forces took control of Mekelle airport, according to Al Jazeera.
Key facts
- Ethiopian Airlines has suspended flights to three airports in northern Tigray, according to Al Jazeera.
- The suspension follows Tigrayan forces taking control of Mekelle airport, the outlet reported.
- The affected airports are located in Ethiopia's northern Tigray region.
Ethiopian Airlines has suspended flights to three airports in Ethiopia’s northern Tigray region, according to Al Jazeera.
The move came after Tigrayan forces took control of Mekelle airport, the outlet reported.
Al Jazeera did not specify how long the suspension would last or when flights might resume. Further details on the circumstances surrounding the seizure of Mekelle airport were not provided in the available reporting.
Travellers with plans to fly to or from the affected airports should check directly with Ethiopian Airlines for the latest information on their bookings and any available alternatives.
Why it matters
The suspension affects air access to part of the Tigray region. Key details, including how long flights will be halted and the circumstances of the airport's seizure, have not yet been confirmed in the available reporting.
Frequently asked questions
Which airports are affected by the Ethiopian Airlines suspension?
Ethiopian Airlines has suspended flights to three airports in Ethiopia's northern Tigray region. The specific airports beyond Mekelle were not named in the available reporting.
Why did Ethiopian Airlines suspend the flights?
According to Al Jazeera, the suspension came after Tigrayan forces took control of Mekelle airport.
When will flights resume?
The available reporting did not specify how long the suspension would last or when flights might resume. Travelers should check directly with Ethiopian Airlines.