Emirates extends suspension of flights to and from Tehran until July 5
CAIRO: Emirates extended its cancellation of flights to and from Iran's capital Tehran until July 5 due to the 'regional situation', it said in a statement on Saturday.
Airlines suspend flights after Israel strikes
The Dubai-based airline said it will recommence operations to Baghdad on July 1 and Basra on July 2.
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