In a warning published the day before, EASA specified that this applies to all altitudes. The regulator noted that in light of current events and the potential military conflict involving the United States, Iranian air defense forces are on high alert. This creates a risk of misidentification of objects in the air.
Additionally, the presence of various types of weaponry and air defense systems, as well as the unpredictable behavior of the state and the potential activation of these systems, pose a significant threat to civilian flights at any altitude.
EASA also warned that in the event of possible aggression by the U.S. against Iran, retaliatory measures from the Islamic Republic cannot be ruled out, which could lead to additional risks in the airspace of neighboring countries with American military bases.
Earlier, Al Hadath reported on the Iranian authorities' order to close airspace near the border with Iraq, which sparked speculation about possible U.S. airstrikes, as clarified by the dpa agency.
The White House spokesperson noted that only the president has information about potential decisions, and only a small group of advisors is aware of the plans.
Amid the escalating situation, the Ukrainian embassy in Iran announced the suspension of its operations, adding that information about the resumption of activities will be provided later.
Protests in Iran began in late December 2025, initially triggered by economic difficulties, but soon participants began to raise political demands, including calls for the overthrow of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. According to the human rights organization HRANA, at least 544 people have died during the protests, and more than 10,600 have been detained.
