Iran urges Iraq to lift flight ban amid US sanctions
Summary
Iran asked Iraq to remove flight bans caused by US sanctions and fully restore air travel between the two countries. The US restrictions have disrupted flights at several Iraqi airports, forcing many passengers to travel by land and causing protests in Iraq.Key Facts
- Iran wants Iraq to lift flight restrictions linked to US sanctions.
- Some flights between Iran and Najaf, Iraq restarted after efforts by Iraq’s Prime Minister.
- Flights remain suspended at Baghdad, Erbil, and Sulaimaniyah airports.
- US sanctions target companies that do business with Iranian airlines, starting September 23.
- Flight connections from Tehran have dropped by 42%, with some international routes fully stopped.
- Iraq requested a US exemption to allow flights for medical, educational, religious, and civilian needs.
- The flight bans have led to protests in Iraqi cities including Najaf, Nasiriya, Karbala, and Amarah.
- The US sanctions are described by Iran as illegal and harmful to trade and travel.
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