TEHRAN: Iran has partially reopened its airspace to international transit flights, signalling a gradual easing of restrictions amid a ceasefire with the United States.
The country’s Civil Aviation Authority said on Saturday that routes over the eastern part of its territory were now accessible.
“Air routes in the eastern section of the country’s airspace are open for international flights transiting through Iran,” it said, adding that some airports had also reopened at 7:00 am (0330 GMT).
The move came after Iran announced on Friday that the Strait of Hormuz would remain fully open to commercial shipping for the duration of its ceasefire with the United States, easing concerns over prolonged disruptions to global supply chains.
Iran’s Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi had earlier said the decision was aligned with the broader ceasefire framework linked to regional developments, particularly in Lebanon.
Araghchi said passage for all commercial vessels through the Strait of Hormuz was now “completely open” for the duration of the ceasefire, with ships required to follow routes coordinated by Iran’s Ports and Maritime Organisation.
US President Donald Trump welcomed Iran’s decision to reopen the strategic waterway.
