Iraqi Airways to resume flights to Iran amid US sanctions

Iraqi Airways will resume flights to Iran in October. The national carrier suspended services following United States sanctions. The resumption follows a special exemption granted by the US government, reportedly after considerable diplomatic effort by Baghdad.

This development allows for the continued transit of Iranian pilgrims to holy sites in Iraq. It also signals a delicate balancing act by the Iraqi government, which seeks to maintain economic ties with Iran while adhering to US sanctions. The move comes amid accusations from Iranian officials that Iraq is implementing these sanctions.