As airlines avoid Israel, UAE's FlyDubai and Etihad keep up flights for both diplomacy and dollars

Ben Gurion International Airport in Israel has seen a decrease in flights and passenger traffic due to ongoing wars, but flights to the United Arab Emirates continue to operate, highlighting the countries’ growing ties amid political and economic significance. Despite other international airlines halting flights, FlyDubai and Etihad have maintained connections to Israel, boosting revenues and providing essential air connectivity. The UAE’s decision to recognize Israel in 2020 and the Abraham Accords brokered by President Trump have played a significant role in this ongoing relationship, with the UAE focusing on geopolitical aims and challenging Islamist movements in the region.

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