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Italy’s May 29 Strike Threatens 1,150 Flight Cancellations Impacting 179,000 Travelers

Italy's May 29 Strike Threatens 1,150 Flight Cancellations Impacting 179,000 Travelers
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Italy is preparing for a nationwide general strike set to take place on May 29, 2026, which is anticipated to significantly disrupt air travel across the country.

According to reports, the strike may result in the cancellation of as many as 1,150 flights. This disruption is expected to affect approximately 179,000 passengers traveling within or through Italian airports on that day.