Iran flights to Baghdad, Muscat cancelled ahead of US aviation sanctions

Flights from Iran to Baghdad and Muscat are scheduled to be cancelled starting at midnight on Tuesday. The cancellations coincide with the imminent implementation of expanded aviation sanctions by the United States. Iranian aviation officials are currently engaged in negotiations with their counterparts in Iraq and Oman regarding the status of these air routes.

While the Iranian aviation sector has faced various international sanctions for several years, these specific measures arrive seven months into the ongoing regional conflict. The move reflects the broader impact of US economic policy on Iran’s international connectivity and the operational challenges currently facing the country's aviation industry.