15.01.2026 06:41
As protests in Iran continue for 18 days and U.S. military intervention signals raise security concerns, the Tehran administration made a notable move. Iran temporarily closed its airspace to all flights except for previously authorized international civil flights by issuing a NOTAM (Notice to Airmen).
Since December 28, mass protests have continued in Iran, and as the U.S. signals a possible military intervention, security concerns in the region have increased, a notable move has come from Iran.
AIRSPACE CLOSED According to information on the international flight tracking platform Flightradar 24, Iran has temporarily closed its airspace to all flights except for previously authorized international civil flights by issuing a NOTAM (Notice to Airmen).
Following the decision of the Tehran administration, the near-total halt of flights over Iran was also reflected on radar.
The NOTAM issued by Iran stated, "The Tehran flight information region is closed to all flights except for civil arrival and departure flights. Prior flight permission must be obtained from the Iranian Civil Aviation Authority for flights in this area."
PROTESTS IN IRAN Protests initiated by shopkeepers in the Grand Bazaar of Tehran on December 28, 2025, due to the significant depreciation of the local currency against foreign currencies and economic issues, spread to many cities across the country.
After the events that escalated during the protests in Tehran on January 8, the country’s administration had blocked internet access.