Iraq Denies Reports of 72-Hour Airspace Closure

According to the International Desk of Webangah News Agency, Iraq’s Ministry of Interior has refuted reports circulating on social media alleging a 72-hour closure of the country’s airspace. Saad Maan, the Director of Public Relations and Communications for the Commander-in-Chief of the Iraqi Armed Forces, stated on Saturday that the news of the airspace closure is inaccurate.

He emphasized that Iraq’s airspace remains open and air navigation is proceeding normally, with no decisions made to implement any closure. Maan further explained that videos circulating in relation to this issue are from the past and have been manipulated to distort their original meaning.

The official urged social media users to exercise caution when disseminating information and to avoid trusting doctored videos or rumors. He also stressed the importance of obtaining news and information from official sources.