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News Topical, Digital Desk : Rising inflation and economic hardship are fueling ongoing protests in Iran. These protests have turned violent. Consequently, the European Union has issued an advisory to avoid Iranian airspace.
The European Union Aviation Safety Agency on Friday, January 16, advised airlines to avoid Iranian airspace, as the Islamic Republic of Iran has become increasingly alert due to repeated threats of attacks from the United States.
Advice to avoid Iranian airspace
Given the current situation and the potential for US military action, Iranian air defense forces have deployed high levels of security, which could lead to problems if aircraft are misidentified.
This advisory from the European Union implies that any aircraft traveling through Iranian airspace could be shot down if security agencies err. Therefore, the advisory has been issued to avoid entering Iranian airspace as much as possible.
At least 3,428 protesters have been killed and more than 10,000 arrested in the demonstrations in Iran, a report released by Norway-based non-governmental organization Iran Human Rights said.
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