Iran Reopens, Then Recloses Airspace Amid Tensions

Iran reopened its airspace to international flights after a 20-day suspension caused by violent conflict with Israel, with the first foreign flight landing in Tehran on July 4. This reopening allowed airlines such as Flydubai and other UAE carriers to resume services to multiple Iranian cities, supporting regional aviation stability and trade with the UAE. However, within days, Iran re-closed its central and western airspace due to renewed security concerns, forcing airlines to reroute overflight paths between Europe and Asia. Most Iranian airports are now operational, but cities like Isfahan and Tabriz remain exceptions pending infrastructure upgrades. Iranian officials cite operational safety and the risk of a ceasefire breach as reasons for the closures. The repeated disruptions have created ongoing uncertainty for global aviation and travelers in the region.