The escalating armed conflict in the Middle East, including attacks on Iran, has led to a transport paralysis in the region. Polish Airlines LOT has suspended flights to Tel Aviv, Dubai, and Riyadh, and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has launched a special helpline for Poles stranded in the United Arab Emirates and Israel. Simultaneously, Polish energy companies such as Gaz-System and PERN assure the full security of raw material supplies to the country.

LOT Flight Suspension

The national carrier suspended flights to Tel Aviv, Dubai, and Riyadh due to missile threats and the closure of airspace.

No MFA Evacuation

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs ruled out sending military aircraft for Poles until the military situation stabilizes.

Energy Security

Gaz-System and PERN confirm that gas and oil supplies to Poland are currently not threatened by the conflict escalation.

Helpline for Tourists

Special communication channels have been launched for Polish citizens staying in the region affected by military actions.

The geopolitical situation in the Middle East deteriorated sharply following a series of attacks on Iranian territory, forcing an immediate response from Polish authorities and air carriers. Polish Airlines LOT decided to completely suspend flights to key regional metropolises – Tel Aviv, Dubai, and Riyadh. This decision came as hundreds of Polish tourists were stranded at airports in the United Arab Emirates, often with no clear prospects of returning home. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs informed that at this stage it does not plan to send special evacuation flights, arguing that the airspace over the region remains too dangerous. The ministry advises citizens to remain in safe shelters and to use the newly launched consular helpline. Meanwhile, the Polish energy sector declares full readiness in case of further conflict escalation. The company Gaz-System issued a statement assuring that supplies of blue fuel to Poland are fully secured and proceeding according to schedule. A similar position was taken by PERN, indicating that despite tensions in the Persian Gulf region, oil supplies to Polish refineries are not threatened thanks to strategic reserves. The Ministry of National Defense confirmed that Polish military command is continuously analyzing reports from the region, monitoring potential threats to the stability of NATO's eastern flank, which could feel the effects of global market destabilization. For decades, the situation in the Middle East has determined global commodity prices, and any escalation in the Persian Gulf region evokes memories of the oil crises of the 1970s.These events are also resonating widely in the world of sports and culture. Iran has decided to impose restrictions on sports movement, and Polish athletes, such as Robert Kubica competing in endurance races, are anxiously observing changes in event calendars. Pope Leo XIV expressed deep concern over the escalation of violence, calling on the international community for restraint. The situation remains dynamic, and tourists in Abu Dhabi or Dubai have been covered by special procedures, meaning that in selected cases they will not have to bear additional costs for extended hotel stays, a result of agreements between local authorities and travel operators. „Sono molto preoccupato per quello che sta succedendo nel mondo.” (I am very concerned about what is happening in the world.) — Pope Leo XIV

Mentioned People

  • Leon XIV — The Pope expressed concern about the situation in the world and in the Middle East.
  • Roman Polko — Major General of the Polish Army, a security expert quoted in the media.
  • Patrycja Sasnal — Political scientist, Middle East expert.