A United Airlines flight from Newark to Tel Aviv caused discomfort among passengers when it was announced that the only available meal in economy class was a ham sandwich. The announcement, made shortly after takeoff, left many Jewish passengers surprised and bemused, as ham is forbidden in Judaism and also prohibited in Islam. The crew member reportedly expressed embarrassment and offered to accommodate those who could not eat ham. The incident has raised questions among travelers about how such a menu oversight occurred on a flight to Israel, where dietary restrictions are common.