Najaf International Airport to reopen to Iranian flights within 24 hours

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Najaf International Airport will resume civilian flights to and from Iran within 24 hours, ending a suspension that followed recent U.S. sanctions on Iranian-linked companies. The reopening restores direct air links between Iraq and Iran for passenger and cargo movements.

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28 Sep 2026 · 12:53 UTC
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28 Sep 2026 · 12:53 UTC
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