LAHORE/KARACHI: The ongoing war in the Middle East has intensified the regional aviation crisis, with more than 20,000 flights cancelled across eight countries over the past five days. According to flight schedules, flights from Pakistan to Middle Eastern destinations remained disrupted for the sixth consecutive day on Thursday, with a total of 145 flights cancelled. Aviation sources said that 35 flights from Karachi to Middle Eastern destinations were cancelled, while 29 flights from Lahore and 12 from Multan were also affected. In addition, two flights from Quetta to Middle Eastern countries were also cancelled. On Wednesday alone, 57 flights were cancelled and 46 others were delayed at the two airports.

Source: The Patriot March 05, 2026 11:49 UTC