Flight disruptions continued for the fifth consecutive day amid escalating security tensions in the Middle East, with 25 flights cancelled on Wednesday at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport.
According to the Civil Aviation Authority of Bangladesh, four flights operated by Qatar Airways, two by Kuwait Airways, two by Jazeera Airways, eight by Air Arabia from Sharjah in the United Arab Emirates, five by Emirates, and four by US-Bangla Airlines were called off due to the evolving security situation.
With these latest suspensions, the total number of cancelled flights has now reached 173.Authorities say airlines are notifying passengers in advance to minimize inconvenience.
Meanwhile, Qatar has extended the validity of all types of visas by one month, effective from February 28, offering relief to affected travelers.