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EASA Warns Airlines: Avoid Iranian Airspace Amid Tensions

1/17/2026

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European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) warned airlines to avoid Iranian airspace due to increased risks from the U.S. military threats.
EASA cited heightened alert of Iranian defense forces and potential misidentification of civil flights.
Iran briefly closed its airspace on January 14 amid protests that have killed over 3,400 and led to 10,000 arrests.
The United States has softened its stance and says all options remain on the table.

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European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) warned airlines to avoid Iranian airspace due to increased risks from the U.S. military threats.
EASA cited heightened alert of Iranian defense forces and potential misidentification of civil flights.
Iran briefly closed its airspace on January 14 amid protests that have killed over 3,400 and led to 10,000 arrests.
The United States has softened its stance and says all options remain on the table.