Turkish Airlines suspends flight to Iran as fear of Israel’s retaliation mounts

Turkish Airlines and Pegasus, both Turkish-owned carriers, have suspended flights to Iran until November 1, citing “security reasons,” according to local media reports.

The decision comes as Iran prepares for a potential retaliatory attack by Israel.

The airlines have canceled flights to multiple Iranian cities, including Tehran, Shiraz, and Isfahan.

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Although the companies have not officially announced the decision on their websites or social media, Istanbul’s airport website shows Turkish Airlines flights to Iran as “canceled,” and Pegasus has closed online bookings to Iran.

The move follows heightened tensions in the region after Iran launched around 200 ballistic missiles at Israel on October 1. Israel has vowed to retaliate, prompting Iran to take precautionary measures.

This is not the first time Turkish Airlines has adjusted its flight schedule due to regional tensions.

In August, the airline canceled night flights to Tehran without making an official announcement. Other carriers, including Lufthansa, have also suspended flights to Tehran and Beirut amid growing concerns over regional stability.