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Are airlines stopping flights to Middle East amid soaring tensions?

Many airlines have suspended flights to some Middle East destinations, but others are adapting and using new routes.

Al Jazeera

History of US-Iran relations: From the 1953 regime change to Trump strikes

Iran remains the US’s adversary in the Middle East since the 1979 Islamic revolution led by Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini.

Al Jazeera

Iran says British and European sanctions on shipping company and national airline unjustified

Sanctions target national shipping company and airline for Tehran’s alleged transfer of weapons to Russia

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UK announces fresh sanctions against Iran’s air and shipping operators

Iran’s national airliner and a shipping company are among the latest entities facing British sanctions.

The Independent UK

Iran's Aviation Woes Compounded By Latest EU Sanctions

Iranian photographer Tannaz was on her way to Tehran's airport when European sanctions on flag carrier Iran Air forced her to return home, unable to make it to work in Paris.

International Business Times

Iran Air suspends flights to Europe amid new EU Sanctions

Iran Air has suspended all flights to European countries in response to new sanctions imposed by the European Union. The carrier is the only airline operating flights to EU countries.

Radio France Internationale

Iran Air Suspends Flights To Beirut Due To Israeli Aggression

Iran Air suspends flights to Beirut due to Israeli aggression after Hezbollah leader's killing. Ongoing conflict in Beirut results in significant death toll.

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Ukraine war briefing: ‘We’re working that out now’ – Biden on permitting long-range strikes

Blinken to meet Zelenskiy with approval to hit targets inside Russia on agenda; air cordon against Iran for supplying missiles to Moscow. What we know on day 931

The Guardian - AU

Iran's top diplomat in London summoned to Foreign Office for dressing down over supply of missiles to Russia

Foreign Secretary David Lammy announced the move after meeting US Secretary of State Antony Blinken for talks in London

Evening Standard

Helicopter crash kills Raisi: Are sanctions behind Iran’s aviation crisis?

Sanctions have prevented Iran from procuring new aircraft or equipment, which have been linked to aviation accidents.

Al Jazeera

US, Allies Must Take Action In Dealing With Iran, Ukraine

US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin told a Senate hearing in early April that Washington's failure to honor its commitment to Kyiv would simply embolden other autocratic rulers who are America's enemies.

International Business Times

Europe Threatens Iran Air Ban Over Missile Transfer Concerns

US warns Iran Air of potential ban in Europe if missiles sent to Russia amid escalating tensions. Growing geopolitical crisis highlights need for diplomati...

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