Amid escalating tensions and unprecedented restrictions on air travel, dozens of Birthright participants found themselves unable to leave Israel by plane, prompting an unusual alternative: departure by cruise ship to Cyprus. As airspace closures shuttered skies above the region, these young visitors embarked on a maritime journey to ensure their timely return home. The extraordinary circumstances surrounding this Cyprus-bound voyage highlight the broader impact of the ongoing crisis on travel and security in Israel.
Birthright Participants Depart Israel Amid Airspace Closures on Cyprus-Bound Cruise Ship
In an unexpected development that disrupted planned travel routes, participants of the Birthright program were compelled to depart Israel aboard a cruise ship bound for Cyprus after the closure of regional airspace. This measure was taken in response to ongoing security concerns which led to an immediate shut down of commercial flights originating from Ben Gurion Airport, leaving…
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Author : Charlotte Adams
Publish date : 2025-06-23 22:23:00
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