Middle East War Drains $600M from Tourism Daily

The escalating Middle East conflict, centered on Iran, Israel, and the U.S., costs global tourism $600 million daily, with airspace closures canceling over 5,000 flights in the first days and stranding travelers. Inbound arrivals to the region plunge 11-27% year-over-year in 2026, erasing 23-38 million visitors and $34-56 billion in spending compared to pre-conflict forecasts.