All flights to and from Catania Airport in Sicily were suspended today due to volcanic ash from Mount Etna. The ban is expected to remain in effect until 10 AM local time on Tuesday (11:00 AM in Greece), after which an updated assessment of the situation will be provided. Authorities advise travelers to contact their airlines before heading to the airport. Increased activity has been observed at Europe’s largest active volcano since the weekend. Italy’s National Institute of Geophysics and Volcanology (INGV) reported that an ash cloud rose 1.5 kilometers above the summit of Mount Etna.
Bias read (Center): The article reports on a natural disaster event involving volcanic activity and flight suspensions, which is not inherently politically charged. It provides factual information without taking a stance or showing bias toward any political entity or ideology.



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