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Iran Sees First Foreign Airline Flight Since War Began

October 8, 2026

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Key Takeaways

First foreign airline flight lands in Iran since war began.
Iraqi Airways operates round-trip service from Najaf to Tehran.
US grants sanctions waiver for Iraqi Airways to fly to Iran.
Iranian airlines face restrictions on international flights.

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Strategic Implications

This development may indicate a slight easing of tensions between the US and Iran, which could have implications for the regional aviation industry. The sanctions waiver suggests a willingness to allow limited air travel, which could benefit Iraqi Airways and potentially other carriers, and may signal a shift in US policy towards Iran's aviation sector.

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What Happened

Sanctions Waiver Allows Iraqi Airways To Resume Service

Iran has seen its first commercial flight operated by a foreign airline since the outbreak of the Middle East war, with Iraqi Airways landing in Tehran from Najaf. The flight was made possible by a US sanctions waiver, which allows Iraqi Airways to operate round-trip services between the two cities. The move comes after the US imposed restrictions on Iran’s aviation industry, forcing major Iranian airlines to cancel international flights. This development was reported by Unknown Source.

Source | Originally Published: October 8, 2026

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