ISTANBUL, Jan 15 (Bernama-Anadolu) -- Iran’s airspace reopened to traffic Thursday after a temporary closure to most flights expired, with tracking data showing aircraft making their way toward Tehran, Anadolu Ajansi (AA) reported.
FlightRadar24, an online flight tracking service, confirmed that the Notice to Air Missions (NOTAM) restricting Iranian airspace had expired, and multiple flights were observed entering the country's airspace.
Iran had temporarily closed its airspace to all flights except authorised international civil arrivals and departures, citing security protocols.
The initial notice stated that Tehran’s airspace would remain closed until Jan 15, allowing only specific civilian flights to operate with prior approval from the Civil Aviation Authority.
The move comes amid rising regional and domestic tensions, including anti-government protests in Iran and mounting international scrutiny.
-- BERNAMA-ANADOLU
