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EU Aviation Agency Warns Airlines to Avoid Airspace Over Iran, Iraq, and Lebanon Amid Rising Tensions
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First reported by Ynet · Jul 8, 2026
What happened
The EU Aviation Safety Agency has ordered airlines to avoid flying over Iran, Iraq, and Lebanon due to heightened regional tensions and the risk of military escalation, with the directive effective until the end of August.
- 01EU Aviation Safety Agency orders airlines to avoid airspace over Iran, Iraq, and Lebanon.
- 02Directive issued due to escalating regional military tensions and fragile ceasefire.
- 03Warning remains valid until August 31 unless reassessed earlier.
- 04Potential immediate threats to Iranian airspace if ceasefire collapses.
- 05Measure reflects growing international concern for civilian flight safety in the region.
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