Turkish Airlines suspends flights to Pakistan amid India-Pakistan hostilities

Flag carrier Turkish Airlines has announced the cancellation of multiple flights to Islamabad and Lahore scheduled for today, Thursday, May 8, and tomorrow, Friday, May 9.
The airline cited flight safety concerns stemming from India’s recent attacks on Pakistan and the ensuing political instability in the Asian region as the reason for the disruptions.
In an official statement released earlier today, Turkish Airlines provided a list of the specific flights that have been affected:
-TK-714: Istanbul to Lahore
-TK-715: Lahore to Istanbul
-TK-710: Istanbul to Islamabad
-TK-711: Islamabad to Istanbul
-TK-750: Istanbul to Islamabad
-TK-751: Islamabad to Istanbul
The cancellations are being implemented as a precautionary measure by the airline in response to the escalating tensions and volatile environment in the region following the reported attacks. Turkish Airlines officials have advised passengers who were booked on these flights to seek updates and adjust their travel arrangements through the company’s official website or its mobile application.
The airline has not yet provided a specific timeline for the resumption of services to these Pakistani destinations, indicating that the situation remains fluid and is being closely monitored. Travelers are strongly encouraged to stay informed about the latest developments by regularly checking for updates from Turkish Airlines. (ILKHA)
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