Iran war costing Middle East travel industry $600m a day, global body warns

The US and Israel’s war with Iran is costing the Middle East’s travel and tourism sector at least $600 million per day in lost international visitor spending, according to the World Travel and Tourism Council. Disrupted air travel, shaken traveler confidence and reduced regional connectivity are driving down demand across the region, which handles five … The post Iran war costing Middle East travel industry $600m a day, global body warns appeared first on Egypt Independent.


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