Heavy U.S. Military Presence Causes Delays at Ben Gurion Airport...

Defense and security | Aug 5, 2026, 11:00 AM

A large-scale U.S. Air Force deployment is crowding Ben Gurion Airport and causing widespread flight and passenger delays.

The military presence has disrupted normal airport operations and left many travelers facing extended wait times.

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