NewsIran cancels flights fearing Israeli backlash after missile strike

Iran cancels flights fearing Israeli backlash after missile strike

Iran fears a retaliatory attack by Israel. Flights from all airports in the country—from Sunday evening to Monday morning—have been canceled.

Iran fears an attack by the Israeli army
Iran fears an attack by the Israeli army
Images source: © PAP | ABIR SULTAN

3:37 PM EDT, October 6, 2024

Commentators link Tehran's decision to concerns about an Israeli retaliation for the Iranian missile attack.

Reuters reported that a spokesman for the Iranian Civil Aviation Authority stated that the flights were canceled due to operational restrictions but did not provide specific reasons.

Iranian authorities had earlier announced flight restrictions on Tuesday. On that day, nearly 200 ballistic missiles were launched from Iran towards Israel, with most of them being intercepted.

Tehran claimed the attack was in retaliation for the killing of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah, Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh, and Revolutionary Guard General Abbas Nilforushan. Iran threatened "crushing attacks" in response to any armed action from Israel; however, Israeli authorities have already announced plans for retaliation.

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