Tehran: In a significant escalation of regional tensions, Iran has announced the suspension of all flights from its airports starting at 9 p.m. on Sunday until 6 a.m. local time (02:30 GMT) on Monday, according to state media reports.
The decision, attributed to operational restrictions, was made by a spokesperson from Iran’s Civil Aviation Organisation. No further details were provided regarding the nature of these restrictions or the specific reasons behind the abrupt cancellation of flights.
This flight suspension follows Iran’s recent missile attacks on Israel on Tuesday, a provocative move that has significantly heightened tensions between the two nations. In response to the attacks, Israel has pledged to retaliate, further intensifying the already volatile situation in the region.
The ongoing conflict is part of a broader series of hostilities, including persistent Israeli strikes on Gaza that have now extended to Lebanon. These actions have deepened the crisis, raising concerns about the potential for a wider conflict in the Middle East.
International observers and neighboring countries are closely monitoring the developments, expressing alarm over the rapid deterioration of relations between Iran and Israel. The suspension of flights is seen as a strategic move by Iran to assert its stance amidst the escalating conflict, impacting not only regional security but also international travel and commerce.
As the situation unfolds, the global community remains apprehensive about the prospects of de-escalation and the potential humanitarian consequences of prolonged hostilities in the region.
