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Iraq Resumes Najaf-Iran Flights Amid US Sanctions Dispute

September 29, 2026

1 min read

Key Takeaways

Iraqi Airways resumes flights between Najaf and Iran.
Flights restarted after temporary suspension due to US sanctions fears.
Iran files UN complaint against US sanctions.
Iranian airlines face secondary sanctions from US.

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Strategic Implications

The resumption of flights may indicate Iraq's efforts to maintain diplomatic ties with Iran despite US sanctions. The move could suggest a potential workaround for Iranian airlines to bypass secondary penalties, which may have broader implications for regional aviation and US-Iran relations.

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What Happened

Tehran Protests US Curbs As Regional Flights Face Disruptions

Iraqi Airways has resumed commercial flights between Najaf and Iranian airports, following a temporary suspension due to fears over US sanctions. The move allows the flag carrier to bypass standoffs with international contractors, who had halted handling services for flights linked to Tehran. Iran has also filed a formal complaint with the International Civil Aviation Organization over US aviation sanctions, as reported by Al Jazeera.

Source | Originally Published: September 28, 2026

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Iraqi Airways Iran Air

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Iraq Resumes Najaf-Iran Flights Amid US Sanctions Dispute

September 29, 2026

1 min read

Key Takeaways

Iraqi Airways resumes flights between Najaf and Iran.
Flights restarted after temporary suspension due to US sanctions fears.
Iran files UN complaint against US sanctions.
Iranian airlines face secondary sanctions from US.

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Strategic Implications

The resumption of flights may indicate Iraq's efforts to maintain diplomatic ties with Iran despite US sanctions. The move could suggest a potential workaround for Iranian airlines to bypass secondary penalties, which may have broader implications for regional aviation and US-Iran relations.

Sign in to view strategic implications Get full access to strategic analysis and expert insights.

Silver membership required Upgrade to Silver to access Strategic Implications.

What Happened

Tehran Protests US Curbs As Regional Flights Face Disruptions

Iraqi Airways has resumed commercial flights between Najaf and Iranian airports, following a temporary suspension due to fears over US sanctions. The move allows the flag carrier to bypass standoffs with international contractors, who had halted handling services for flights linked to Tehran. Iran has also filed a formal complaint with the International Civil Aviation Organization over US aviation sanctions, as reported by Al Jazeera.

Source | Originally Published: September 28, 2026

Companies Mentioned

Iraqi Airways Iran Air