June 11 (Reuters) - Budget carrier Wizz Air reported an annual operating profit above analysts' expectations on Thursday, with a capacity bump and improved cost control supporting revenue growth even as even as the Middle East conflict disrupts the airline industry.

Wizz Air, whose shares have taken a hit since the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran drove a profit warning on higher fuel costs and disrupted Middle East flights, has cut costs and boosted promotions, raising hopes for a summer turnaround.

The company reported an operating profit of EUR139.7 million ($161.3 million) for the year ended March 31 compared with analysts expectations of EUR88.51 million, according to data compiled by LSEG.

The carrier did not provide a forecast for fiscal 2027, citing a lack of visibility caused by the prolonged Iran war.

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(Reporting by Raechel Thankam Job in Bengaluru; Editing by Mrigank Dhaniwala)