Dubai, United Arab Emirates – The United Arab Emirates has joined a growing list of countries that are limiting the ability of Iranian airlines to operate within their airspace. The move follows similar restrictions announced by Oman, Iraq, Azerbaijan, Georgia and Turkmenistan.
These measures are part of a broader effort to enforce United States sanctions that have tightened on Iran’s aviation sector. The sanctions, aimed at curbing Iran’s military and nuclear capabilities, have already strained the country’s ability to procure aircraft parts and maintain its fleet.
By restricting access, the UAE is effectively preventing Iranian carriers from using its airports for refuelling, maintenance or passenger connections. The decision comes amid increasing pressure from Western governments to curb Iran’s air traffic and limit its international reach.
While the UAE has not issued a formal statement detailing the specific restrictions, the announcement aligns with the policy of other regional partners that have taken similar steps to comply with international sanctions regimes.
Experts say the cumulative effect of these restrictions could further isolate Iranian airlines from global aviation networks, potentially reducing flight frequencies and limiting passenger and cargo routes that connect Iran with the rest of the world.
<small>Source: Al Jazeera — read the original story there.</small>