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- AirAsia X plans to open a hub in Bahrain in June to resume Kuala Lumpur–London flights.
- Bo Lingam, AirAsia X Chief Executive Officer, says the plan may not proceed if the Middle East conflict continues.
- Fuel prices have surged to $300 per barrel, prompting AirAsia X to raise fares by 31%–40% and fuel surcharges by 20%.
- Tony Fernandes, co-founder of AirAsia X, remains optimistic about demand and the post-crisis recovery.
