Iran Extends Airspace Closure Amid Security Concerns

Iran announced it will keep its airspace closed until 2 a.m. on Saturday, June 21, 2025, in response to recent Israeli attacks and to ensure the safety of passengers and air traffic.

According to the spokesman for the Ministry of Roads and Urban Development, Majid Akhavan, as saying that the country's airspace will remain closed until 2 am tomorrow, Saturday, (June 21, 2025), The Caspian Post reports, citing foreign media.

Akhavan added that this decision is based on international air traffic control notices (NOTAMs), stressing that the closure aims to maintain aviation security and the safety of passengers.

The spokesman also confirmed that the airspace restrictions will remain in effect until the situation in the country returns to normal, noting that an official announcement will be made regarding the resumption of flights once the emergency ends.

Since dawn on Friday, June 13, Iranian cities, including the capital, Tehran, have been subjected to a massive Israeli attack, which Iran has responded to with a missile and drone counterattack.