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international-affairs2 years ago

Intense Rocket Fire: Passenger Plane Lands Amidst Chaos

Dramatic video footage shows an Arkia Airlines flight successfully landing at Tel Aviv's Ben Gurion Airport amid a barrage of rockets fired by Hamas militants from the Gaza Strip. The Iron Dome missile defense system was seen in action as the plane approached. No casualties were reported in the missile attack that targeted several regions, including Tel Aviv, Rehovot, and Bat Yam. The ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas has led to flight cancellations, but commercial internal air links with Eilat, Israel's second international airport, remain operational.

via Yahoo News|
#ben-gurion-airport#hamas#international-affairs
international-affairs2 years ago

Israel's Battle Against Hamas Rockets: Dramatic Landing, Deadly Threats, and Evacuations

Dramatic video footage shows an Arkia Airlines flight successfully landing at Tel Aviv's Ben Gurion Airport amid a barrage of rockets fired by Hamas militants from the Gaza Strip. The Iron Dome missile defense system was seen in action as the plane approached. No casualties were reported in the missile attack that targeted several regions, including Tel Aviv, Rehovot, and Bat Yam. The ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas has led to flight cancellations, but commercial internal air links with Eilat, Israel's second international airport, remain operational.

via Yahoo! Voices|
#ben-gurion-airport#hamas#international-affairs
conflict2 years ago

"Passenger Jet Defies Hamas Rocket Fire, Safely Lands in Tel Aviv"

Video footage shows an Arkia Airlines flight successfully landing at Tel Aviv's Ben Gurion Airport amidst a barrage of rockets fired by Hamas militants from the Gaza Strip. The Iron Dome missile defense system was seen in action as the plane approached. No casualties were reported in the regions targeted by the missile attack, which extended beyond the immediate vicinity of the airport. The ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas has led to flight cancellations, but commercial internal air links with Eilat, Israel's second international airport, remain operational.

via Business Insider|
#ben-gurion-airport#conflict#hamas
international-affairs2 years ago

Thai Hostages in Israel: Seeking Release Amidst Conflict

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced that another Thai worker has been confirmed as a hostage, bringing the total to 25 since the Hamas offensive against Israel began. As of November 8, 34 Thai workers have been killed and 19 others injured, with four still in the hospital. The bodies of eight more workers killed in the Hamas raids have arrived back in Thailand. Israeli authorities have confirmed the newly announced hostage-taking, which occurred on the first day of hostilities.

via Bangkok Post|
#ben-gurion-airport#hamas#international-affairs
international-affairs2 years ago

Thai Hostages in Israel: Seeking Release Amidst Conflict

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced that another Thai worker has been confirmed as a hostage, bringing the total to 25 since the Hamas offensive against Israel began. As of November 8, 34 Thai workers have been killed and 19 others injured, with four still in the hospital. The bodies of eight more workers killed in the Hamas raids have arrived back in Thailand. Israeli authorities have confirmed the newly announced hostage-taking, which occurred on the first day of hostilities.

via Bangkok Post|
#ben-gurion-airport#hamas#international-affairs
travel2 years ago

Israel's Flights Delayed as Heatwave Sweeps the Country

Multiple flights out of Ben-Gurion Airport in Israel are expected to be delayed due to the ongoing heatwave affecting the country. The Israel Airports Authority has temporarily canceled flights landing at the airport due to the impact of the weather conditions on technical systems. Passengers are advised to stay updated with their airlines regarding the status of their flights. Delays are anticipated for flights coming from the east, and while temperatures have slightly dropped, extreme heat persists in most parts of the country.

via The Jerusalem Post|
#ben-gurion-airport#delays#flights
politics2 years ago

Israeli Anti-Government Protests Spark Chaos at Ben Gurion Airport

Thousands of anti-government protesters clashed with police at Ben Gurion Airport in Israel, defying calls to alter their plans and rallying against the coalition's renewed judicial overhaul legislation. The protesters overran barricades, blocked roads, and entered Terminal 3, leading to the arrest of 37 individuals. The demonstration caused massive traffic jams, delayed flights, and disrupted the travel plans of thousands of passengers. The protest was declared illegal by the police, who used force to disperse the crowd.

via The Times of Israel|
#anti-government-protests#ben-gurion-airport#judicial-overhaul-legislation
politics2 years ago

"Protesters Rally for Overhaul at Ben Gurion Airport in Afternoon Show of Force"

Protesters against the government's judicial overhaul plan gathered at Ben Gurion Airport in Israel, with organizers planning a large-scale demonstration at Terminal 3. However, police limited the rally to Terminal 1 and set a participant cap of 5,000, which protest leaders rejected. The protest aimed to disrupt the airport's operations, but organizers urged travelers to take the train instead of driving. The fight over the judicial overhaul has intensified as negotiations between the coalition and opposition collapsed. The protests are expected to continue, with further disruptions planned in the coming days.

via The Times of Israel|
#ben-gurion-airport#coalition-government#israel
transportation2 years ago

Emergency Landing at Ben Gurion Airport Due to Cracked Window

A United Airlines flight with 339 passengers on board was forced to make an emergency landing at Ben Gurion Airport in Israel after pilots discovered a crack in a cockpit window. Emergency service units were deployed as a precaution, but the plane landed safely. The incident highlighted concerns about anti-government protesters blocking access routes to the airport. Despite pleas from authorities, protest organizers vowed to proceed with their planned blockade.

via The Times of Israel|
#ben-gurion-airport#cracked-window#emergency-landing
politics2 years ago

Protesters Target Ben Gurion Airport in Anti-Government Demonstrations

Police in Israel have urged protesters not to shut down Ben Gurion Airport during a planned demonstration against the government's judicial overhaul. The police have vowed "zero tolerance" for blocking roads and have limited the number of demonstrators to 5,000. Protest organizers have criticized the move, accusing the police of infringing on the freedom of protest. The police have emphasized their commitment to upholding the right to protest but warned against blocking roads or interfering with traffic. The protest at the airport was called in response to the government's resumption of legislative work on its judicial shakeup plans.

via The Times of Israel|
#ben-gurion-airport#freedom-of-protest#judicial-overhaul
politics2 years ago

Israel in Turmoil: Strikes and Protests Over Judicial Reform

The Histadrut labor federation has declared a "historic" strike to protest against the Israeli government's controversial judicial overhaul. The strike includes workers at Ben Gurion Airport, who have halted departures, and the health sector, with the Israel Medical Association pledging its support. The strike also includes the closure of malls, factories, stores, and banks across the country. The mayors of Kfar Saba, Herzliya, and Zichron Yaakov have declared a hunger strike, along with the heads of the Upper Galilee and Shaar Hanegev regional councils. The strike comes amid mass demonstrations across the country, as the government appears to press on with the judicial overhaul following the ousting of Defense Minister Yoav Gallant.

via The Times of Israel|
#ben-gurion-airport#histadrut#israel