Iran's flag carrier under sanctions amid aviation tensions
The US has intensified sanctions on Iran’s aviation sector, targeting foreign airports, fuel suppliers and service providers. From Sept. 23, Iranian airlines face secondary sanctions that could cut them off from the dollar system. Several countries have already restricted Iranian carriers, disrupting travel and raising costs for pilgrims and travelers.
Iraq has ordered its civil aviation authority to suspend Iranian flights to Baghdad airport starting today, amid U.S. threats of secondary sanctions on Iranian carriers. The move could re-route flights to Najaf and affect travel for Iranian travelers.