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Iranian authorities have also confirmed that the country’s airspace has been closed until further notice. Such closures are typically enacted during periods of significant military escalation, both to protect civilian aviation and to secure the skies for defensive or retaliatory operations. The suspension of flights reflects the seriousness of the situation and signals that officials in Tehran are preparing for the possibility of continued or expanded hostilities. Airspace closures also have economic and diplomatic ripple effects, disrupting travel, trade routes, and international connections.
