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Airlines Cancel Thousands of Flights as Middle East War Squeezes Jet Fuel Supplies

Travelers face confusing patchwork of passenger protections as summer travel season approaches

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  • Airlines worldwide are canceling thousands of flights due to jet fuel supply strains from the Middle East conflict, with Lufthansa alone cutting 20,000 short-haul flights through October.
  • Travelers face a complex web of passenger protections that vary significantly by region, from strong EU regulations to more limited U.S. protections.
  • Experts advise booking earlier in the day, signing up for flight alerts, and understanding local consumer rights before traveling.

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Airlines worldwide are canceling thousands of flights due to jet fuel supply strains from the Middle East conflict, with Lufthansa alone cutting 20,000 short-haul flights through October. Travelers face a complex web of passenger protections that vary significantly by region, from strong EU regulations to more limited U.S. protections. Experts advise booking earlier in the day, signing up for flight alerts, and understanding local consumer rights before traveling.

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