Iraq Grants Iranian Airlines 40 Daily Najaf Flights After US Exemption
Baghdad says Washington granted a waiver allowing the flights, though Mahan Air is excluded from the arrangement.
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Iraq has granted Iranian airlines approval for 40 daily flights to the city of Najaf, following an exemption from the United States.
Baghdad said Washington granted its request for a waiver allowing the arrangement to proceed.
Mahan Air, an Iranian carrier previously sanctioned over alleged ties to Iran's security forces, is excluded from the agreement.
Najaf is a significant destination for religious pilgrims traveling from Iran, making air links between the two countries a notable point of logistical and diplomatic interest.
The arrangement reflects the continued complexity of US sanctions policy toward Iran, where select exemptions are at times granted for specific civilian purposes.
Sources
- Iraq grants Iranian airlines 40 daily Najaf flights after US exemption — Al Jazeera — All
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