All major airlines have suspended flights to and from the conflict-ridden region, leaving stranded Americans to fend for themselves.
President Joe Biden recommends American Americans living in Israel to ensure their safety by returning home on commercial aircraft or other modes of public transportation. However, a number of airlines immediately ceased operating to Israel, leaving travelers visiting the country with the onerous chore of securing their return through the bureaucracy.
“For American citizens who are currently in Israel, the State Department is providing consular assistance as well as updated security alerts. For those who desire to leave, commercial flights and ground options are still available,” Biden wrote. “Please also take sensible precautions in the days ahead and follow the guidance of local authorities.”
In an unexpected turn of events, Hamas launches a deadly attack on Israel that leads to the kidnapping of several people and hundreds of casualties during a music festival. In retaliation, Israel’s Benjamin Netanyahu and his defense minister promise to fight an unrelenting campaign on Gaza, which would have terrible effects including leaving the area without electricity or water. In addition, Israel’s Air Force conducts strategic attacks that destroy entire city blocks in an effort to destabilize Hamas’ command structures, which Iran supported.
Several foreign airlines, including Air France and Lufthansa, as well as major airlines like American, United, and Delta have declared temporary or permanent suspensions in their services.
A spokeswoman for the White House cited U.S. Embassy instructions for tracking flight updates at Israel’s Ben Gurion International Airport.
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The Biden administration is under fire from critics for its callous treatment of Americans detained in Israel, underscoring yet another lapse in handling the fallout from an impending confrontation. Following a contentious $6 billion deal with Iran to free American captives, it was discovered that money had inadvertently financed Hamas violence in Israel. Even worse, while the issue was becoming worse, President Biden received criticism for throwing a BBQ for the White House employees. While the president is adamant about supporting Israel without reservation, conservatives, like Tucker Carlson, express worry about the possibility of the start of another protracted conflict.
