Iraq seeks US exemption from ban on Iranian flights
Summary
Iraq is asking the United States to allow some Iraqi airports to keep flights to and from Iran despite new U.S. sanctions on Iranian airlines. Iraqi airports stopped Iranian flights after Washington’s sanctions, affecting travel and the movement of pilgrims and students between the two countries.Key Facts
- The U.S. recently imposed aviation sanctions targeting companies that work with Iranian airlines.
- Four Iraqi airports (Baghdad, Najaf, Erbil, Sulaimaniyah) stopped flights to and from Iran.
- Iraq is requesting exemptions from the U.S. to allow flights for medical, educational, religious, and civilian reasons.
- Flights between Iraq and Iran are important for Shia Muslim pilgrims and many students studying abroad.
- The suspension has forced travelers to take long land trips of at least 12 hours.
- Iraqi leaders are trying to reduce tension and promote dialogue between the countries.
- Iraq has strong ties with both the U.S. and Iran, placing it in a difficult position between the two.
- Both Iraqi and Iranian officials say they are working to restore flights soon.
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