Nira Dror, a BA regional director, said that the company has a long-term strategy concerning Israel: Although there were fewer passengers overall, the airline had actually increased its market share, especially among business passengers, as a result of keeping a full schedule.

Alex Rabino, head of BA in Israel, added that during the past two weeks there has actually been an increase in the number of passengers.

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