Iraq Reopens Airspace After 12-Day Closure Amid Iran-Israel Conflict
In a statement, the Iraqi Civil Aviation Authority (ICAA) said the decision was made “following a comprehensive assessment of the security situation and coordination with relevant national and international authorities.”
ERBIL (Kurdistan24) — Iraq reopened its airspace to international flights on Tuesday, twelve days after closing it due to escalating military tensions between Iran and Israel, aviation authorities confirmed.
The move came hours after Israel agreed to a ceasefire plan announced by U.S. President Donald Trump, signaling a potential de-escalation in the most dangerous regional conflict in years.
In a statement, the Iraqi Civil Aviation Authority (ICAA) said the decision was made “following a comprehensive assessment of the security situation and coordination with relevant national and international authorities.”
Iraq had closed its airspace in mid-June amid fears of spillover from the conflict, which saw missile exchanges between Iran and Israel and U.S. airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities. The closure disrupted commercial flights across the region and rerouted international air traffic.
Tuesday’s reopening marks a cautious return to normalcy, as regional leaders and global powers continue efforts to prevent a wider war. While U.S. officials have hailed the ceasefire as a breakthrough, skepticism remains over its durability given continued tensions on the ground.
The resumption of flights is likely to be welcomed by international carriers and travelers alike, though aviation authorities remain on alert for any renewed instability.
