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Oman to allow Israeli planes through its airspace, says Israel foreign minister
Updated On: 23 February, 2023 06:51 PM IST | Tel Aviv | AP
The move comes on the heels last year of a similar step by Saudi Arabia, and would shorten the flying distance between Israel and Asia
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Israel`s foreign minister said Thursday that the Gulf Arab state of Oman has decided to allow Israeli planes to fly through its airspace. The announcement was another sign of closer ties between Israel and some Arab countries.
Oman`s Civil Aviation Authority tweeted that it "affirms that the Sultanate`s airspace is open for all carriers that meet the requirements of the Authority for overflying," without directly mentioning Israel.
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