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KLM cancels 160 European flights due to high fuel costs

KLM cancels 160 European flights due to high fuel costs

KLM has cancelled 160 European flights scheduled for the coming month due to rising fuel costs. The airline stated that these routes are no longer profitable because of the high price of kerosene.

Based on reporting by nu. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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