-Haaretz
The Saudi Arabian Government has given approval for Air India to operate Dehli-Tel Aviv flights, using Saudi airspace.
The approval means that the duration of flights from India to Israel will be shortened by two-and-a-half hours, compared to the route currently in use. The new route will allow the airline to reduce fuel costs and sell cheaper tickers to passengers.
Air India recently asked Israel's Airports Authority for slots for departing flights, starting March 20. The airline is waiting for final approval before opening the flights for booking.
Air India's New Delhi-Tel Aviv route is the first concrete and public piece of evidence to the warming of ties between Israel and the Saudi leadership. Though we have known for years of quiet coordination on security issues, there has not yet been any tangible evidence above the surface.
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