By Micah Jonah
February 25, 2026
Iraq’s Transport Ministry announced on Wednesday that Baghdad airport is temporarily closed due to a technical fault. The ministry’s spokesperson told state news agency INA that the facility is expected to reopen in the coming hours after repairs are completed.
The spokesperson confirmed that there are no domestic or international security issues causing delays to the reopening.
Flights at Baghdad airport have been temporarily suspended while technical teams carry out repairs. Passengers are advised to monitor official channels for updates on flight schedules.
