Brazil, Bulgaria, Hungary and Poland are among countries that sent aircraft to Tel Aviv to rescue nationals after Hamas launched a surprise attack on Israel.
Several major airlines have suspended flights to Israel's international gateway Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Airport after Hamas fighters launched attacks from Gaza.
The introduction of international flights will “contribute to economic development and growth” of Israel’s northern region, according to startup Air Haifa.
The German federal parliament's budget committee approved an initial €560 million of funding for the purchase of the Arrow anti-ballistic missile system.
The Israeli airline hopes to begin an inaugural route from Tel Aviv to the Japanese capital in March having twice previously postponed plans to enter the market.
Israel will join the network of the Philippines' flag-carrier in April as part of efforts to grow tourism and business links between the two countries.