ISTANBUL, Jan 15 (Bernama-Anadolu) -- Iran has temporarily closed its airspace to all flights except international civil arrivals and departures that receive prior permission, according to an official aviation notice early Thursday, Anadolu Ajansi reported.
A notice to air missions said the Tehran airspace would remain closed until Jan 15, allowing only international civilian flights to operate with approval from the Civil Aviation Authority.
The restriction applies to flights entering or leaving Iran, while all other air traffic is suspended, said the notice.
The move comes amid rising regional and domestic tensions, including anti-government protests in Iran and mounting international scrutiny.
-- BERNAMA-ANADOLU
