British Airways is cancelling flights to and from the Israeli city of Tel Aviv amid growing tensions in the region.

The airline has suspended flights up to and including Thursday 26 September.

A spokesperson said: “We’ve been continually monitoring the situation in the Middle East and have taken the operational decision to cancel our flights to and from Tel Aviv up to and including Thursday, 26 September.

“Safety is always our top priority, and we’re contacting customers to advise them of their travel options.”