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Iraq closes airspace for 72 hours

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08 Jun 2026, 02:09 GMT+

BAGHDAD, 8th June, 2026 (WAM) -- Iraq announced tonight the closure of its airspace to air traffic for a period of 72 hours.

The announcement was made in a statement issued by the Iraqi Civil Aviation Authority.

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