Iraq: Officials temporarily close country's airspace from 20:35 Oct. 1

Officials in Iraq have temporarily closed the country's airspace from 20:35 Oct. 1 until further notice due to escalating security risks in the region. The move comes amid mounting tensions between Tel Aviv and Tehran and immediately follows a reported Iranian missile attack against Israel.

Significant disruptions will likely affect flights transiting or serving Iraq over the short term. Residual flight disruptions are likely even after the airspace closure is lifted as carriers reposition aircraft and work through their passenger backlogs.