Britain is working with Israeli authorities to arrange charter flights for British nationals from Tel Aviv when the airport reopens, Foreign Minister David Lammy said on Friday.

"As part of our efforts to support British nationals in the Middle East, the government is working with the Israeli authorities to provide charter flights from Tel Aviv airport when airspace reopens," Lammy said in a statement.

Israel's main international gateway, Ben-Gurion Airport, closed last week due to Israel and Iran's spiraling air war.

Informing UK authorities of presence in the Holy Land

On Monday, the British government advised its citizens in Israel to register their presence with British authorities, saying it was monitoring the situation and considering options for assistance.

British Foreign Secretary David Lammy leaves 10 Downing Street, on the day British Prime Minister Keir Starmer holds an emergency Cobra meeting to discuss Israel-Iran conflict, in London, Britain, June 18, 2025.
British Foreign Secretary David Lammy leaves 10 Downing Street, on the day British Prime Minister Keir Starmer holds an emergency Cobra meeting to discuss Israel-Iran conflict, in London, Britain, June 18, 2025. (credit: REUTERS/JAIMI JOY)

It said it had increased its logistical support for citizens who have turned to overland routes into Jordan and Egypt.