Iraq allows 40 daily flights by Iranian airlines to and from Najaf airport

Iraq on Friday announced an agreement allowing Iranian airlines to operate up to 40 flights daily to and from Najaf International Airport, except for Mahan Air, the Iraqi News Agency reported, Anadolu reports. Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi welcomed what he described as the US government’s positive response to Iraqi efforts and its cooperation in granting the requested exemption. Zaidi said the measure would facilitate travel, particularly for patients, religious pilgrims and tourists. “Air travel does not merely represent transportation between two airports, but rather a bridge of communication between peoples,” he said. He said Iraq conducts its foreign relations based on the interests of its people and seeks balanced and positive ties with different countries. The announcement came a […]