{
  "id": 13919019,
  "title": "Batik Air: Flight OD701 from KLIA to Jeddah called off as precautionary measure",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/12/batik-air-flight-od701-from-klia-to-jeddah-called-off-as",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-12T09:21:28.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Malay Mail",
    "slug": "malay-mail",
    "url": "https://www.malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2026/10/12/batik-air-flight-od701-from-klia-to-jeddah-called-off-as-precautionary-measure/238835"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Kuala Lumpur, October 12 - Batik Air has canceled its scheduled flight OD701 from KLIA to Jeddah as a precautionary measure due to the ongoing conflict. The airline stated that the decision was made after evaluating the situation, prioritizing the safety and security of passengers and crew. Flight OD701, originally scheduled for departure at 7:25 PM, will now be rescheduled to the next available flight. Affected passengers will be notified via their registered contact information. Batik Air is closely monitoring the evolving situation and coordinating with aviation authorities, airport operators, and other stakeholders to assess the impact on flight operations. Passengers are advised to check the airline's official website and social media channels for the latest updates. Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan earlier advised Malaysians to postpone travel to Saudi Arabia for umrah due to security concerns following a deadly attack on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh.",
  "summary": "KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 12 — Batik Air has cancelled its scheduled flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA)...",
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Free Malaysia Today",
        "title": "Batik Air batal penerbangan ke Jeddah",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/12/batik-air-batal-penerbangan-ke-jeddah",
        "published": "2026-10-12T08:54:59.000Z"
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      {
        "outlet": "Malay Mail",
        "title": "Batik Air: Flight OD701 from KLIA to Jeddah called off as precautionary measure",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/12/batik-air-flight-od701-from-klia-to-jeddah-called-off-as-13921228",
        "published": "2026-10-12T09:21:28.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}