Iran denies Najaf flight resumption reports

According to the Arab Times Kuwait, Iran’s Civil Aviation Organization has officially denied recent reports suggesting that commercial flight operations between Iran and Iraq’s Najaf International Airport have resumed. The aviation authority stated on Monday that no formal decision has been reached regarding the reinstatement of these air links, effectively dismissing speculation that had been circulating in regional media.

The clarification serves as an official update for travelers and logistics operators who have been monitoring the status of cross-border transit between the two nations. While Najaf remains a primary destination for Iranian pilgrims and visitors, the aviation sector continues to navigate complex regulatory and security frameworks that dictate the resumption of international routes.

At this time, Iranian authorities have not provided a specific timeline for when these flights might be authorized to restart. The statement underscores the government's current position that all existing travel restrictions between the two hubs remain in place until further notice. Stakeholders are advised to rely on official updates from the Civil Aviation Organization rather than unofficial reports regarding regional transit.