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Iraq Business
25-06-2025
- Business
- Iraq Business
Iraq Reopens Airspace to International Air Traffic
By John Lee. The Iraqi Civil Aviation Authority (ICAA) has announced on Tuesday the reopening of Iraqi airspace to international air traffic following a comprehensive security assessment and coordination with national and international stakeholders. Bangen Rekani, head of the Civil Aviation Authority, stated that the decision reflects improved security conditions and Iraq's ability to provide high levels of safety and air traffic control for overflying aircraft. The reopening is expected to strengthen Iraq's strategic geographic position as an east-west air corridor, helping global airlines reduce flight times and fuel costs. Air navigation will be managed in accordance with International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) standards, with a full commitment to safety protocols and continuous coordination with regional air navigation centres and neighbouring countries' aviation offices. (Source: Iraqi Civil Aviation Authority)
Jordan News
24-06-2025
- Business
- Jordan News
Iraq Announces Full Reopening of Its Airspace - Jordan News
Iraq Announces Full Reopening of Its Airspace The Republic of Iraq announced on Tuesday the full reopening of its airspace to air traffic, following a comprehensive assessment of the security situation. اضافة اعلان According to a statement by the head of the Iraqi Civil Aviation Authority, Benkin Rikani, "The decision to reopen the airspace was based on improved security conditions and Iraq's confirmed ability to provide the highest levels of safety and air traffic control for transit flights." He added that "Reopening Iraqi airspace will enhance Iraq's geographical position as a strategic air corridor connecting East and West, and will help reduce flight times and fuel costs for international airlines." The statement noted that air navigation will be managed in accordance with the standards of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), with full commitment to safety procedures and ongoing coordination with the Regional Air Navigation Center and aviation offices in neighboring countries. — (Petra)
Daily Tribune
24-06-2025
- Politics
- Daily Tribune
Iraq reopens airspace after Trump's Iran-Israel truce announcement
AFP | Iraq reopened its airspace Tuesday, 12 days after closing it amid the Iran-Israel war, aviation authorities said, following Israel's acceptance of a ceasefire plan announced by US President Donald Trump. The Iraqi Civil Aviation Authority announced the "reopening of Iraqi airspace to international air traffic, following a comprehensive assessment of the security situation and coordination with relevant national and international authorities."
Iraqi News
24-06-2025
- Politics
- Iraqi News
Iraq reopens airspace
Baghdad ( – The Iraqi Civil Aviation Authority has announced the reopening of Iraqi airspace to all air traffic, following a thorough security assessment and coordination with both national and international agencies. The 12-day closure of Iraqi airspace began on June 13. The decision comes after a Trump-brokered ceasefire between Iran and Israel aimed at easing soaring regional tensions. Earlier this morning, a series of failed drone strikes targeted several Iraqi military bases, including sites in Taji and Dhi Qar. Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani condemned the attacks as 'cowardly' and vowed a strong response. No casualties or significant damage were reported, and no group has claimed responsibility. The reopening of airspace follows yesterday's Iranian strike on the Al-Udeid Air Base in Qatar, which had prompted several Gulf countries, including Iraq, to suspend air traffic. As Iraq continues to balance its relations with both the U.S. and Iran, officials stress the importance of preventing regional conflict from spilling into Iraqi territory. The reopening of its airspace signals cautious optimism toward regional stability, though concerns remain about potential spillover into Iraqi territory.
Shafaq News
20-06-2025
- Politics
- Shafaq News
Iraq to evacuate citizens from Turkiye via Basra Airport amid airspace closure
Shafaq News/ The Iraqi Civil Aviation Authority will operate a special evacuation flight from Turkiye to Iraq on Saturday, June 21, via Basra International Airport, to repatriate stranded Iraqi nationals. In a statement, the Iraqi Embassy in Ankara announced that a special flight operated by Iraqi Airways is scheduled to depart from Ankara to Basra at 11:30 p.m. local time. The embassy urged citizens wishing to board the flight to immediately visit the Iraqi Airways office in Ankara to secure their tickets. This evacuation comes as Iraq's airspace remains closed due to the ongoing military escalation between Iran and Israel.
