politics
The rich are fleeing the Middle East in private jets
Demand for private charter flights out of the Middle East has surged since the beginning of the US-Israeli conflict with Iran, with those who can afford it paying astronomical prices to leave the region.
TL;DR
- Private charter flight demand from the Middle East has surged due to the US-Israeli conflict with Iran.
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