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Shin Bet Blocks El Al’s Tel Aviv–Hanoi Flight Launch

8/18/2026

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  • El Al canceled its Tel Aviv–Hanoi flight after the Shin Bet denied security approval for Israeli crew and aircraft.
  • The airline said it requested permits from Israel’s establishment but was told they could not be granted.
  • El Al apologized and offered replacement flights, connecting flights on other airlines, or cash/voucher refunds, noting the route was to launch in October 2026 as part of new services to Asian and European destinations.