The Iraqi Ministry of Transport announced that Iraqi Airways is preparing to resume its flights to Iran in early October via Najaf International Airport, after Baghdad obtained a conditional US exemption from the US Treasury Department. The exemption, lasting one month until 28 October, is limited to the Iraqi national carrier and allows the transport of Iranian pilgrims for religious visits, while prohibiting the transport of money and sensitive materials.
Sources differed in their focus on the details of the US exemption: annahar.com and Lebanon Debate focused on the announcement of the exception, its scope, and the transport of pilgrims, while جريدة القدس highlighted its duration, strict conditions, and Iraqi Airways' technical preparations.