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Maldivian postpones Umrah flight to Saudi Arabia amid escalating Middle East security threats
Maldivian, operated by Island Aviation Services Limited (IAS), postponed its scheduled Umrah flight from Malé to Jeddah set for 29 October 2026 due to a significant deterioration in Middle East security. IAS and the Maldives Hajj Corporation jointly decided to reschedule, and no new departure date has been confirmed.
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Thu 29 OctMaldivian postponed its scheduled Umrah flight from Malé to Jeddah following deterioration in the Middle East security situationThursday, 29 October 2026only The StandardMaldivian has postponed its scheduled Umrah flight from Malé to Jeddah on Thursday, 29 October 2026, following a significant deterioration in the security situation across the Middle East.
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Maldivian postpones Umrah flight to Saudi Arabia amid escalating Middle East security threats