Peregraf- Iraq has officially reopened its airspace to civilian traffic after a 40-day suspension, authorities announced on Wednesday, marking a significant step toward regional stabilization following a ceasefire agreement between the United States and Iran.
The Iraqi Civil Aviation Authority confirmed that airspace has been reopened effective immediately, allowing all civil aviation operations to resume. The decision includes the return of overflights, as well as takeoffs and landings across all Iraqi airports, in accordance with established aviation regulations and safety protocols.
In a statement, the authority emphasized its continued commitment to maintaining the highest standards of aviation safety and security. It added that operations will proceed in close coordination with relevant international aviation organizations to ensure the smooth and efficient flow of air traffic.
The reopening comes hours after a major diplomatic breakthrough between Washington and Tehran. Early Wednesday, U.S. President Donald Trump announced a two-week ceasefire with Iran, stating: “I agree to suspend the bombing and attack of Iran for a period of two weeks. This will be a double sided CEASEFIRE!” He also noted that a “10 point proposal from Iran” provides a “workable basis on which to negotiate.”
Iranian officials confirmed the ceasefire, with formal negotiations expected to begin in Islamabad on Friday.
The agreement was reached just ahead of a U.S. deadline tied to the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global oil transit route. Trump had earlier warned of catastrophic consequences if a deal was not secured, saying that “a whole civilization will die tonight, never to be brought back again.”
The resumption of Iraqi air traffic signals a cautious return to normalcy in the region after weeks of heightened tensions and disruptions to both civilian and commercial aviation.