Kuwait tells airlines that airport transit remains suspended

Abdullah Al Rajhi, spokesman for Kuwait’s Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), said the authority had not authorized or coordinated with Jazeera Airways or any other carrier to restart transit services, according to Kuwait News Agency.

The clarification follows reports that Jazeera Airways had reopened transit flights and announced their resumption without prior approval from the aviation authority.

The DGCA has taken administrative action against the airline for breaching regulations and instructions governing transit operations.

Al Rajhi said the restrictions, introduced after attacks began in the region, were intended to protect passengers, aircraft and airport operations amid evolving security conditions.

The authority stressed that airlines cannot independently resume transit services while the current measures remain in effect.

Kuwait’s decision highlights the continuing disruption to air travel across the Gulf, where airlines and airports have had to adjust operations in response to regional conflict and changing security assessments. Kuwait airport has been one of the most targeted air facility by Iranian attacks in the Gulf area.

For passengers connecting through Kuwait, the announcement means they should not assume that previously suspended services have resumed. Travelers are advised to check directly with their airlines for the latest itinerary updates.

The DGCA has not provided a timetable for restoring transit operations. Any decision to lift the restrictions or authorize a restart will be announced through the authority’s official channels, Al Rajhi confirmed.