Lufthansa pilots begin two-day strike

The strike follows a series of recent industrial actions by cabin crew and ground staff at the German airline.

Lufthansa has criticized the union's decision, stating that it had presented a fair offer and that the strike is unnecessary.

Passengers are being advised to check their flight status before traveling to the airport, as the airline works to implement an emergency timetable.

The ongoing labor unrest comes at a difficult time for the aviation industry as it grapples with rising fuel costs and shifting global travel patterns.