Egypt has directed its airlines to avoid Iranian airspace for a three-hour period early Thursday due to heightened tensions following recent escalations with Israel. The notice, effective from 01:00 to 04:00 GMT, prohibits flights over Tehran and reflects concerns over potential Iranian military actions.
The heightened alert follows the assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh, which Hamas and Iran have attributed to Israel, though Tel Aviv has neither confirmed nor denied involvement. Additionally, Hezbollah has threatened retaliation against Israel in response to the killing of its commander, Fouad Shukr, in an airstrike.
The situation is further complicated by Israel’s ongoing offensive in Gaza, which has resulted in substantial casualties and destruction, leading to accusations of genocide by the International Court of Justice.
