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Straits Times
a day ago
- Straits Times
Airlines keep avoiding Middle East airspace after US attack on Iran
FILE PHOTO: A plane is seen during sunrise at the international airport in Munich, Germany, January 9, 2018. REUTERS/Michaela Rehle/File Photo Airlines continued to avoid large parts of the Middle East on Sunday after U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear sites, according to flight tracking website FlightRadar24, with traffic already skirting airspace in the region due to recent missile exchanges. "Following US attacks on Iranian nuclear facilities, commercial traffic in the region is operating as it has since new airspace restrictions were put into place last week," FlightRadar24 said on social media platform X. Its website showed airlines were not flying in the airspace over Iran, Iraq, Syria and Israel. They have chosen other routings such as north via the Caspian Sea or south via Egypt and Saudi Arabia, even if it results in higher fuel and crew costs and longer flight times. Missile and drone barrages in an expanding number of conflict zones globally represent a high risk to airline traffic. Since Israel launched strikes on Iran on June 13, carriers have suspended flights to destinations in the affected countries, though there have been some evacuation flights from neighbouring nations and some bringing stranded Israelis home. Japan's foreign ministry said on Sunday it had evacuated 21 people, including 16 Japanese nationals, from Iran overland to Azerbaijan. It said it was the second such evacuation since Thursday and that it would conduct further evacuations if necessary. New Zealand's government said on Sunday it would send a Hercules military transport plane to the Middle East on standby to evacuate New Zealanders from the region. It said in a statement that government personnel and a C-130J Hercules aircraft would leave Auckland on Monday. The plane would take some days to reach the region, it said. The government was also in talks with commercial airlines to assess how they may be able to assist, it added. REUTERS Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
IOL News
29-05-2025
- General
- IOL News
Honouring elders is a daily commitment
We must encourage visiting elders in care facilities and homes, which can significantly impact their mental and emotional well-being, says the writer. Image: REUTERS/Michaela Rehle/Files WHILE many people have already celebrated Mother's Day and Father's Day will be on June 15, I always choose to honour my mum and elders every day of my life. To me that is special. Some people find that dedicating a specific day to mothers and fathers can be meaningful, as it allows them to express gratitude and appreciation for the love and care they received. Sadly, elders who are in care homes or living alone often experience feelings of loneliness and disconnection from their loved ones. We must encourage visiting elders in care facilities and homes, which can significantly impact their mental and emotional well-being. Interacting with them can be a truly enriching experience and blessing. It also provides an opportunity to demonstrate respect and appreciation for their contributions and sacrifices. Even small interactions such as conversations or shared activities can bring joy and comfort to those who may be feeling isolated. In today's fast-paced world, it's easy to get caught up in our busy lives and forget to connect with the elderly around us. They have a wealth of experience, wisdom and stories to share. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ Sometimes, all it takes is a little time and attention to make a big difference in their lives. Ultimately every day can be an opportunity also to show appreciation and love for mothers and mother figures. Whether you celebrate on a specific day or every day what matters most is expressing gratitude and kindness to your parents. Remember your mother is your first, best and forever friend. "God can't be everywhere and therefore he made mothers." - Rudyard Kipling. DHAYALAN MOODLEY Mobeni Heights ** The views expressed do not necessarily reflect the views of IOL or Independent Media. THE POST
The Star
15-05-2025
- Business
- The Star
Siemens confirms growth outlook after Q2 figures beat forecasts
FILE PHOTO: Siemens logo is pictured at Siemens Healthineers headquarters in Erlangen near Nuremberg, Germany, October 7, 2016. REUTERS/Michaela Rehle/File Photo ZURICH (Reuters) -Siemens confirmed its full-year outlook on Thursday "despite increased uncertainty" as the German engineering and technology group reported better than expected profit during its second quarter. The company, whose products include factory software, controllers and trains, said its industrial profit rose 29% to 3.24 billion euros ($3.63 billion) in the three months to the end of March. The figure, helped by a 300-million-euro gain from the sale of its wiring business to ABB, beat analysts' consensus forecast of 2.75 billion euros. Sales rose 7% to 19.76 billion euros, ahead of forecasts for 19.22 billion euros, while orders increased 10%. As a result, Siemens confirmed its outlook for its full-year sales to increase by 3-7% despite "increased uncertainty in the economic environment". "Our customers continue to rely on our technology, and our global footprint demonstrates our resilience," said Chief Executive Roland Busch in a statement. ($1 = 0.8931 euros) (Reporting by John Revill, editing by Rachel More and Mark Potter)
Straits Times
05-05-2025
- Business
- Straits Times
Air France, Lufthansa, others avoid Pakistan airspace amid India tensions
FILE PHOTO: Logo of Lufthansa is seen in Munich, Germany July 27, 2022. REUTERS/Michaela Rehle/File Photo NEW DELHI - Air France and Germany's Lufthansa were among global carriers avoiding Pakistani airspace, airlines said and flight-tracking websites showed on Monday, as tension between nuclear-armed neighbours India and Pakistan remained high after a deadly attack in Kashmir last month. India took measures such as closing its airspace to Pakistan airlines, while Pakistan barred those owned or operated by its neighbour, suspended trade and halted special visas for Indians, although it let international airlines use its airspace. Lufthansa Group's airlines are "avoiding Pakistani airspace until further notice" it said in a statement to Reuters, although that will result in longer flight times on some routes to Asia. Lufthansa Flight LH760 from Frankfurt to New Delhi had to fly for nearly an hour longer than usual on Sunday because it took a longer route, data from flight-tracking website Flightradar24 showed. Flight-tracking data showed some flights of British Airways, Swiss International Air Lines and Emirates travelling over the Arabian Sea and then turning north towards Delhi in order to avoid Pakistani airspace. British Airways and Emirates did not immediately respond to requests for comment. Air France said in a statement: "The airline has decided to suspend overflight of Pakistan until further notice," citing the "recent evolution of tensions" between India and Pakistan. The carrier said it was altering its flight schedule and flight plans with destinations such as Delhi, Bangkok and Ho Chi Minh, entailing longer flight times. Swiss, owned by Lufthansa Group, said the airline will rebook passengers who miss connecting flights free of charge. Airlines have also been reacting to developments in the Middle East, with European and U.S. carriers cancelling flights for several days after a missile fired by Yemen's Houthi rebels on Sunday landed near Israel's Ben Gurion Airport. Besides the longer distances and higher fuel costs for airlines, Pakistan may see a drop in its earnings from overflight fees, which can run into hundreds of dollars a flight depending on aircraft weight and distance covered. Pakistan's reserves with the central bank stand at $10.2 billion, barely enough to cover two months' worth of imports. "It could have a significant impact on some foreign airlines who rely heavily on Pakistan airspace as well as for Pakistan given the loss of overflight revenues," independent aviation analyst Brendan Sobie said. Pakistan's civil aviation authority declined to comment. REUTERS Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
Straits Times
05-05-2025
- Business
- Straits Times
Lufthansa, Air France, others avoid Pakistan airspace amid India tensions
FILE PHOTO: Logo of Lufthansa is seen in Munich, Germany July 27, 2022. REUTERS/Michaela Rehle/File Photo NEW DELHI - Air France and Germany's Lufthansa were among global carriers avoiding Pakistani airspace, airlines and flight trackers showed on Monday, as tension between nuclear-armed rivals India and Pakistan stays high after a deadly attack in Kashmir last month. India took measures such as closing its airspace to Pakistan airlines, while Pakistan barred those owned or operated by its neighbour, suspended trade and halted special visas for Indians, although it let international airlines use its airspace. Lufthansa Group's airlines are "avoiding Pakistani airspace until further notice" it said in a statement to Reuters, although that will result in longer flight times on some routes to Asia, and added that it is monitoring developments. Flight tracking data showed some flights of British Airways, Swiss International Air Lines and Emirates turning north towards Delhi in order to avoid Pakistani airspace, after travelling over the Arabian Sea. British Airways and Emirates did not immediately respond to requests for comment. "The airline has decided to suspend overflight of Pakistan until further notice," Air France said in a statement, citing the "recent evolution of tensions" between India and Pakistan. The carrier said it was altering its flight schedule and flight plans with destinations such as Delhi, Bangkok and Ho Chi Minh, entailing longer flight times. Lufthansa Flight LH760 from Frankfurt to New Delhi had to fly nearly an hour longer on Sunday because it took a longer route, data from flight tracking website Flightradar24 showed. Besides the longer distances and higher fuel costs for airlines, the alterations are set to cut Pakistan's earnings from overflight fees, which can run into hundreds of dollars a flight, depending on aircraft weight and distance covered. Reuters could not immediately reach Pakistan's civil aviation authority to seek comment. REUTERS Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
