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Qantas profit falls as Middle East war drives higher fuel costs

Qantas reported a nearly 14% profit decline and attributed a $420 million fuel impact to the Middle East war.

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The conflict is increasing airline costs and could contribute to higher fares and wider travel disruption.

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  1. Qantas Profit Falls Nearly 14 Percent as Middle East War Adds $420 Million Fuel Hit ↗theepochtimes.com · Recorded source date: Aug 27, 2026, 6:16 AM UTC

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