NEW DELHI: India and several Asian countries, including China, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia and Sri Lanka, have issued travel advisories and suspended flights to parts of the Middle East amid escalating regional conflict and widespread airspace closures.

India’s Ministry of External Affairs urged citizens to avoid non-essential travel to affected areas and advised those currently in the region to remain in close contact with Indian missions. Airlines across Asia have either rerouted or cancelled services due to security concerns and restricted air corridors.

Civil aviation authorities in Singapore and Malaysia announced temporary suspension of select routes passing through sensitive airspace, while Indonesian carriers confirmed operational adjustments to ensure passenger safety. Sri Lankan authorities also issued advisories urging travellers to monitor official updates before undertaking travel to West Asia.

The escalating tensions have disrupted commercial aviation and freight movement, impacting tourism, cargo logistics and business travel across Asia. Industry experts warn that prolonged airspace closures could increase operational costs for airlines due to longer rerouting distances and higher fuel consumption.

Governments across the region continue to monitor developments closely, with diplomatic channels remaining active to safeguard citizens and stabilise air connectivity.