UAE airline suspends Syria flights due to deteriorating security

Abu Dhabi-based Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, said on Thursday that it had suspended flights between Abu Dhabi and Damascus with immediate effect and until further notice.

The decision, while not taken lightly, has been made due to the deteriorating security position in Syria.

The safety of passengers and crew is paramount to the airline, the carrier said in a statement send to Emirates 24l7.

Etihad Airways will notify affected passengers and offer a full refund for unused tickets.

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