Iraq says Baghdad airport shut by technical fault, to reopen in hours

Published 25 Feb, 2026 09:45am 1 min read
A view of Baghdad international Airport, after Iraq has suspended flights at its domestic airports as the coronavirus spreads, in Baghdad, Iraq. – Reuters
A view of Baghdad international Airport, after Iraq has suspended flights at its domestic airports as the coronavirus spreads, in Baghdad, Iraq. – Reuters

Iraq’s Transport Ministry said on Wednesday that Baghdad airport is temporarily closed due to a technical fault, with the facility expected to reopen in the coming hours after repairs, the ministry’s spokesperson told state news agency INA.

The spokesperson said there were no domestic or international security issues delaying the reopening.

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