Iraq says it secured an exemption for 40 daily flights to Najaf Airport by Iranian airlines, excluding Mahan Air.
Iraqi authorities announced an exemption permitting Iranian airlines, except Mahan Air, to operate up to 40 daily flights to and from Najaf International Airport. The measure is presented as supporting passenger, humanitarian and medical travel and has been noted as having U.S. approval.
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- 2 Oct 2026 · 15:43 UTC
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- 2 Oct 2026 · 16:12 UTC
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