Kuwait Airways resumes flights to 17 routes as regional airspace reopens

Kuwait Airways confirmed on Monday the full resumption of scheduled flight operations to 17 global destinations following a temporary suspension triggered by regional airspace closures. The national carrier’s decision follows a formal announcement from Kuwait’s Directorate General of Civil Aviation regarding the reopening of the country's sky for international transit. Restoration of Flight Schedules The airline stated that over 15 regional and international routes have been reinstated, specifically targeting key cities in the Middle East and Europe. This operational shift comes after several countries, including Jordan, Iraq, and Lebanon, reopened their respective airspaces on Sunday morning. Kuwait Airways had previously diverted or delayed several flights to ensure passenger safety amid rising regional tensions. The carrier’s technical teams are now working to clear a backlog of passengers affected by the 24-hour disruption. Ground operations at Kuwait International Airport (KWI) have returned to normal capacity, though passengers are advised to check flight statuses via the airline’s official website or mobile application to confirm specific departure times for long-haul…