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Iraqi Airports Suspend Iranian Flights Following New US Sanctions

Iraqi Airports Suspend Iranian Flights Following New US Sanctions

25 Eylül 2026Al Jazeera
  • Airports in Baghdad, Najaf, Erbil, and Sulaimaniyah have suspended flights to Iran due to new US sanctions on Iran's aviation sector.
  • Iraqi airports in Baghdad, Najaf, Erbil, and Sulaimaniyah have suspended all flights to and from Iran following the imposition of new US aviation sanctions. This move reflects the increasing pressure the United States is exerting on Iran's aviation sector.
  • The decision is likely to impact travel and trade between Iraq and Iran, two countries with historically close ties.
  • The US has been intensifying its sanctions on Iran as part of its broader strategy to counter Iranian influence in the Middle East. The aviation sector is a critical part of Iran's economy, and these sanctions are designed to limit its operational capacity.
  • The suspension of flights between Iraq and Iran marks a significant escalation in the geopolitical tensions surrounding US-Iran relations. By targeting Iran's aviation sector, the US aims to cripple its economic capabilities further, while Iraq finds itself in a precarious position, balancing its relations with both…
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