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The geopolitical situation in the Middle East has recently created significant challenges for airlines operating in the region, with sudden airspace closures affecting flight schedules. Qatar Airways has been notably impacted, experiencing disruptions at its Doha Hamad International Airport hub.
Yesterday evening, an unexpected airspace closure forced Qatar Airways to temporarily halt operations. Flights en route to Doha had to divert, leading to a backlog of disruption at the airline's hub. Although the suspension lasted only a few hours, it caused significant delays and cancellations.
A passenger affected by the chaos shared their experience with Simple Flying. The individual was traveling in business class and described long queues at Qatar Airways' transfer desks at Doha Hamad International Airport. They noted that some passengers had been waiting for up to eight hours, while they themselves waited from 02:00 to 04:30.
