In a statement, the national carrier said certain flights are being rerouted through Saudi Arabia airspace to ensure passenger safety and maintain operational continuity.

The disruptions come as military tensions in the region intensify, with explosions reported in the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Qatar and Kuwait. Reports indicate the developments follow retaliatory action by Iran in response to alleged US-Israeli strikes targeting areas in Tehran.

SriLankan Airlines said it is closely monitoring the situation and advised passengers to check the latest flight updates before travelling.