On a Qatar Airways flight from Melbourne to Doha, Mitchell Ring and Jennifer Colin witnessed a passenger die mid-flight and were subsequently forced to sit next to the deceased for four hours. Despite their distress, the flight crew did not allow them to relocate, and the airline has since apologized for any inconvenience. The couple received no further support from Qatar Airways following the incident, and are now attempting to enjoy their remaining vacation in Venice.
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Damascus International Airport resumed full international operations on January 7th, with the arrival of a Qatar Airways flight, marking the first such flight in nearly 13 years. A Syrian Airlines flight to the UAE also departed, signifying a return to international commercial travel after a month-long closure following the ouster of Bashar al-Assad. This event coincides with renewed diplomatic efforts by Syria’s new authorities to re-engage with the international community and rebuild the war-torn nation. The airport’s reopening, following damage and theft, is seen as a symbol of hope and a new beginning.
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John Q. Hosedrinker