Iran has reopened its airspace after a brief closure to most commercial flights amid escalating tensions with the United States. The restrictions, lasting several hours early Thursday, followed threats from President Donald Trump regarding Iran's violent crackdown on anti-government protests.
Iran issued a Notice to Air Missions (NOTAM) barring most flights from 1:45 AM to 7:00 AM local time, allowing only approved international arrivals and departures. Flight-tracking data showed aircraft rerouted around Iranian airspace, with minimal traffic visible over the country. The move heightened fears of potential US strikes, prompting evacuations at regional US bases.
