The Economic Times

WestJet slashes flight capacity due to soaring jet fuel prices as US-Iran war keeps Middle East on the edge

A major Canadian airline, WestJet, is reducing its flight capacity. This decision stems from a significant surge in jet fuel prices. The conflict between Iran and the United States has disrupted global oil transit routes. This has led to a sharp increase in fuel costs. Air Canada has also announced route suspensions due to similar reasons.