Airlines told to avoid Iraq and Lebanon airspace

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The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has advised airlines to avoid flying over Iraq and Lebanon due to uncertainties related to the US-Iran ceasefire and the potential for rapid conflict escalation. The agency extended its conflict-zone advisory until July 8, underscoring safety concerns in the Middle East airspace.

Airlines told to avoid Iraq and Lebanon airspace The European Union Aviation Safety Agency has warned airlines against using flight routes over Iraq and Lebanon, citing uncertainty over the US-Iran ceasefire and the risk of rapid escalation. EASA urged commercial airlines to remain cautious when flying across the Middle East. The agency said it had extended its conflict-zone advisory for the region until July 8, after previously keeping the warning in place until 1 July.