*Gas Prices Currently

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March 20 (Reuters) - United Airlines (UAL) CEO Scott ‌Kirby said on ‌Friday the airline will cancel about 5% of this year's planned flights in the short ‌term, as ⁠jet fuel prices surge due to ⁠the Middle East conflict.

"If prices stayed at this level, it would mean ‌an extra $11 billion in annual expense just for jet fuel," Kirby said in a ‌message to employees posted on its website.

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