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Brussels and Liege airports in Belgium were temporarily closed due to drone sightings, causing flight disruptions and diversions. The incidents, linked to potential destabilization efforts, follow recent drone sightings over military bases and similar disruptions across Europe. The airports remain closed as authorities investigate the situation.
Brussels Airport was closed and all flights grounded following a drone sighting, with similar closures at Liege Airport, as authorities respond to security concerns. The incident caused flight delays and cancellations, and the situation remains ongoing.
Munich Airport in Germany was temporarily closed after a wave of drone sightings, grounding 17 flights and diverting 15 others, amid heightened European security concerns related to drone incursions and geopolitical tensions involving Russia and NATO.
Munich Airport in Germany was temporarily closed after a wave of drone sightings, grounding 17 flights and diverting 15 others, amid heightened European security concerns related to drone activity and regional tensions. The airport is expected to reopen at 5 a.m., as authorities investigate the incidents, which are part of a broader pattern of drone sightings across Europe linked to security threats and geopolitical tensions.
Drones have caused the closure of Aalborg Airport in Denmark for the second time in a week, with investigations ongoing into who is responsible. Multiple drone sightings have led to flight cancellations and diversions, and authorities are considering how to safely neutralize the drones. Similar incidents have occurred at Copenhagen and Oslo airports, raising concerns about security and potential links to broader regional tensions. The situation remains under investigation and is evolving.
Hong Kong International Airport is considering a 36-hour closure due to Super Typhoon Ragasa, one of the strongest storms in years, which is expected to make landfall over Guangdong province. The shutdown aims to prevent damage and avoid chaos like the 2023 storm, with airlines waiving change fees and rescheduling flights. The storm's intensity and trajectory pose significant risks to residents and the economy, prompting extensive safety preparations.
Reagan National Airport in D.C. will close for several hours on June 14 to host military flyovers and celebrations for the U.S. Army's 250th birthday, causing disruptions to over 100 flights and affecting thousands of passengers.
New Caledonia's international airport will remain closed until at least June 2 due to ongoing riots over a contested electoral reform, which have resulted in seven deaths and significant property damage. French President Emmanuel Macron has paused the reform in an attempt to ease tensions but has not met pro-independence demands to abandon it entirely. Macron has called for an end to the violence and urged protesters to lift their barricades.
Indonesian authorities closed an airport and ordered residents to leave their homes near Mount Ruang, an erupting volcano on Sulawesi Island, due to the dangers of spreading ash, falling rocks, hot volcanic clouds, and the possibility of a tsunami. The volcano had at least five large eruptions, prompting the highest level alert from the Center for Volcanology and Geological Disaster Mitigation. The risks include the potential collapse of part of the volcano into the sea, posing a tsunami threat to Tagulandang Island. Indonesia, with 120 active volcanoes, is prone to volcanic activity due to its location along the "Ring of Fire."
Orlando International Airport's Terminal B and a main roadway were partially closed due to a "suspicious" bag, prompting an hours-long investigation by law enforcement. The Orlando Fire Department responded to the report of unattended luggage, leading to traffic diversions and unnerving many travelers. No hazard was found, and airport operations resumed before 9 p.m., but the incident left passengers feeling unsettled. Terminal B is home to several major airlines, including American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Delta, and United.
Kona International Airport on the Big Island of Hawaii has been closed indefinitely due to cracks in the runway, caused by recent inclement weather. The closure has led to flight cancellations, affecting travel plans for passengers. The state Transportation Department is assessing the situation, and passengers are advised to check with their airlines for updates. Alternative travel options include using Hilo Airport for flights to Honolulu.
The Kremlin and local Russian leaders blamed Ukraine and the West for an antisemitic riot at an airport in Dagestan, claiming it was instigated through social media. Russian President Vladimir Putin accused Ukraine and the West of instigating the riot, while Ukraine's envoy to Israel accused Russian security forces of orchestrating it. The White House likened the riot to "pogroms" and rejected Russian allegations of Ukrainian involvement. The airport suffered significant damage but resumed flights, and flights to and from Tel Aviv will be temporarily redirected to other Russian cities.
Three Ukrainian drones attacked Moscow, injuring one person and temporarily closing an airport. This is the fourth attempted strike on the capital region this month and the third this week. The Russian Defense Ministry referred to it as an "attempted terrorist attack" by Ukraine. One drone was shot down, and two others crashed into the Moscow City business district. Flights were temporarily halted, and the airspace over Moscow was closed. Moscow authorities closed a street near the crash site. The Ukrainian airforce spokesperson indirectly acknowledged Ukraine's involvement, stating that the attack was a consequence of Russia's war in Ukraine. Russia reported shooting down 16 Ukrainian drones and neutralizing eight more. In Ukraine, four Russian drones were destroyed, and two people were killed in a missile strike on Sumy.