Slovenia blocks Israir landing, flight diverts to Zagreb
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- Slovenia refused landing clearance for an ‘Israeli’ passenger flight bound for Ljubljana.
- Aircraft diverted mid-route to Zagreb after denial; ‘Israel’ condemns decision.
Slovenia has refused landing clearance for an Israir Airlines flight traveling to Ljubljana, forcing the aircraft to divert after it was already airborne.
The flight, operating as 6H755, was en route to the Slovenian capital when authorities denied permission to land. Officials reportedly linked the decision to political considerations following Slovenia’s recognition of a Palestinian state.
The move triggered immediate diplomatic attention, with questions raised over the timing and basis of the refusal.
After the denial, the passenger aircraft was redirected to Zagreb, Croatia, where it landed safely.
The last-minute diversion highlights the operational complexity of altering flight paths after departure, particularly within tightly regulated European airspace.
‘Israel’s’ foreign and transport ministries strongly criticized Slovenia’s action, calling it a breach of international aviation agreements and standard civil aviation practice.
Officials argued that commercial aviation should remain separate from political disputes and warned against setting a precedent for politically driven flight restrictions.
Slovenian authorities have not issued further operational details beyond initial reports of a politically motivated decision.
Experts note that refusal of landing clearance after takeoff is rare and typically avoided due to international coordination requirements under civil aviation frameworks.
