Iran seeks advanced Russian weapons, air defence systems and missile upgrades despite revived UN sanctions and regional tensions.
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Iran’s Mahan Air (W5) has discreetly expanded its wide-body fleet by acquiring five Boeing 777-200 aircraft, formerly operated by Singapore Airlines (SQ) and NokScoot.
Qantas Airways (QF) was rerouted and turn back two of its long-haul international flights following a sudden military escalation in the Middle East, disrupting global air traffic.
Air India reroutes Europe and US flights via Red Sea due to Middle East tensions, Pakistan airspace closure, and safety checks.
The US State Department has issued a worldwide security alert for American travelers due to escalating tensions from the Israel-Iran conflict, causing significant travel disruptions.
The UK Foreign Office summoned Ali Matinfar, Iran’s top diplomat in London, to condemn Tehran’s supply of ballistic missiles to Russia by putting sanctions like banning Iran Air (IR).