Why it matters:
The resumption of international flights signifies a return to normalcy for Iran's aviation sector, which was affected by the recent Israeli-imposed war against Iran.
On Saturday, flights were carried out at Tabriz Shahid Madani International Airport after inspectors from the Civil Aviation Organization approved the safety of two runways following reconstruction work.
The big picture:
Iran closed its airspace on June 13 following Israeli airstrikes on Tehran and other areas. After a 12-day aerial conflict.
Tabriz airport had sustained serious damage to its infrastructure and aviation equipment, but after the construction, the first flight, destined for Istanbul, successfully departed from the airport on Saturday.
What he is saying:
Ramin Azari, the Director General of East Azarbaijan Airports Company, stated, "The flight was carried out after inspectors from the Civil Aviation Organization approved the safety of two runways at Tabriz Shahid Madani International Airport following reconstruction work."
He added that both runways had been damaged during the 12-day war, but are now fully operational.
Key points:
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The Islamic Republic of Iran Airlines announced on Saturday plans to launch direct flights to Dubai from Shiraz, the capital of Fars Province, and Ahvaz, the capital of Khuzestan Province, on July 7 and 9, respectively.
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Imam Khomeini International Airport welcomed its first foreign flight from Flydubai on July 4.
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