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Turkish Airlines Restarts Istanbul–Sulaymaniyah Flights, Boosting Connectivity
11/4/2025
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Story summary
- Turkish Airlines resumed Istanbul–Sulaymaniyah flights, ending a suspension since April 2023 due to security concerns.
- The service began on November 2, 2025, and runs four times weekly.
- By March 27, 2026, flights will be daily, expanding the Iraqi network to six cities.
- The route aims to boost economic and cultural ties between Türkiye and Iraq.
- Turkish Airlines' chairman emphasized the route's importance for trade and regional connectivity.
