Istanbul Flights Resume at Kirkuk Airport

Following the escalation of Middle East tensions triggered by the U.S. and Israeli strikes against Iran on February 28, flights suspended nationwide across Iraq are gradually being restarted. During this period, the resumption of Istanbul services at the International Kirkuk Airport became an important indicator that civil aviation activities in the region are moving toward normalization.

Kirkuk Airport, which holds a strategic position in northern Iraq, had remained inactive for an extended period after numerous international airlines suspended their operations due to security concerns during the tension period. The resumption of the Istanbul connection was assessed as a positive development for both passengers and commercial actors.

Whether the trajectory of tensions in the region will continue to affect air traffic remains under close monitoring by aviation authorities and airlines.