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Iraq says 40 daily Iranian flights cleared to fly to and from Najaf
The agreement follows a U.S. waiver and limits service to pilgrim travel, while excluding Mahan Air over American security concerns.
- On Oct 2, The Prime Minister's Office announced that Iranian airlines, excluding Mahan Air, are permitted 40 daily flights to and from Najaf International Airport following a suspension due to sanctions.
- Iraq halted flights to and from Iran last week to comply with sanctions; Reuters reported earlier that Treasury granted a one-month waiver to allow flights for Shi Muslim religious pilgrims.
- The Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control accuses Mahan Air of transporting Iran's Revolutionary Guards personnel, weapons, and drones, while the Office authorized Iraqi Airways to operate services under strict restrictions on routes, travelers, and cargo.
- Al-Zaidi welcomed the agreement, saying it facilitates "the movement of passengers and pilgrims arriving in or departing from Iraq," as The Prime Minister noted the importance of diplomatic channels for humanitarian needs.
- Iraqi Airways plans to resume flights to Iranian airports in Oct from Najaf; The Prime Minister stressed that air travel serves as a bridge, impacting the economy and people-to-people ties.
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Iraq says it got US exemption for Iranian flights to and from holy city
The United States has allowed certain Iranian airlines to operate flights to Iraq’s holy city of Najaf, excluding Mahan Air, under a sanctions exemption. This agreement permits up to 40 daily flights, amid US efforts to curb Iran’s economy.
·Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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The Iraqi Prime Minister ' s Information Office announced an agreement allowing for 40 flights per day by Iranian airlines to and from Najaf International Airport.
IRAQ has approved up to 40 daily flights for Iranian airlines to Najaf. The agreement excludes Mahan Air due to US sanctions, and will make travel easier for pilgrims and tourists.
·Zagreb, Croatia
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