Iran has reopened its airspace today, Thursday, January 15, after keeping it closed for approximately five hours.
Reuters reports that the closure was due to fears of a potential US military attack, causing delays for numerous international flights.
Major airlines, including India’s IndiGo, announced that their operations were affected by the sudden shutdown.
According to reports, only flights with prior official permits were allowed to pass.
This occurred amidst comments from Donald Trump regarding a possible strike on Iran.
Regional tensions remain high, with the US evacuating some military bases in the Middle East.
The abrupt closure and reopening of Iranian skies highlight the fragile security situation in the region and its direct impact on international air travel.
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