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Iraqi holy city suspends Iranian airlines, enforcing US sanctions

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Najaf International Airport in Iraq suspended all flights to and from Iran on Friday. The move follows a formal directive issued by the office of the Iraqi Prime Minister to enforce existing United States sanctions against the Iranian aviation sector.

As a primary destination for Shia Muslim pilgrims, Najaf serves as a critical transit hub for travelers moving between the two nations. The suspension marks a direct implementation of international economic measures within Iraqi infrastructure, impacting regional travel logistics for religious tourism.

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