Iran has resumed commercial flight operations from its primary international gateway in Imam Khomeini International Airport, marking a significant step toward normalcy nearly two months after the outbreak of conflict involving the United States and Israel.
According to state television, flights departed from the airport in Tehran on Saturday to key regional destinations, including Istanbul, Muscat, and Medina. The resumption of these routes is being seen as an early indicator of stabilizing conditions following weeks of heightened tensions.
Flight tracking platform Flightradar24 reported that at least three flights bound for Istanbul took off on Saturday morning, suggesting a cautious but steady revival of international air traffic.
Iran had earlier this month partially reopened its airspace after a ceasefire agreement with the United States brought an end to active hostilities. The closure of airspace during the conflict had disrupted both domestic and international travel, isolating the country’s aviation sector.
The reopening of commercial flights is expected to gradually restore connectivity, support economic recovery, and ease travel for thousands of passengers affected by the suspension. While operations remain limited, authorities are likely to expand routes in the coming weeks depending on the security situation.
The move underscores Iran’s efforts to rebuild confidence in its aviation infrastructure and re-establish critical international links after a prolonged period of uncertainty.
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