Iraq Closes Airspace Until Further Notice

Baghdad, June 8 (Petra) — Iraqi Airways early Monday announced the
suspension of all scheduled inbound and outbound flights during the
period of Iraq’s temporary airspace closure.

In a statement, the airline said the decision comes in line with the
Iraqi Civil Aviation Authority’s order to temporarily and
preventively close Iraqi airspace.

It added that the measure is in compliance with directives issued by
relevant authorities and is aimed at ensuring the safety of
passengers, as well as flight and operational crews.

//Petra// WH