Global airlines have canceled flights to Israel due to the ongoing war, but UAE airlines FlyDubai and Etihad continue to operate flights, maintaining a bridge for Israelis to the outside world. The flights have highlighted the growing ties between the UAE and Israel and could be further strengthened under the incoming US President Donald Trump. FlyDubai has operated over 1,800 flights to Israel since October 2023, while Etihad has maintained daily flights to and from Tel Aviv. The decision to continue flights is not only financially motivated but also rooted in the UAE's recognition of Israel in 2020 and its geopolitical aims in the region.
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