Israel-Iran conflict: 19,000 flights delayed as Middle East aviation comes to a standstill
Euronews • 2/28/2026 – 3/1/2026
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2026-02-282026-03-01
Lindy Score Breakdown (V4.2)
8h
Age
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Sources
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Hours Since Seen
Final Score45/100
CategoryBreaking
StatusActive
Recency Multiplier85% (0.5^11/48)
Hero EligibleYes
Story Timeline
- 2026-02-28
- 2026-03-01Israel-Iran conflict: 19,000 flights delayed as Middle East aviation comes to a standstill (current)
Score BreakdownRisk 45
Source Reputation: Low-trust source (4/20 pts)
Consensus: Strong consensus: 5 independent sources
Age: Breaking news - too recent to assess longevity
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