Restoration of Iran's airspace
Iran opened its airspace after it was closed on January 14 at 22:15 local time. The closure was related to fears of military action from the US. The restoration of airspace occurred around 03:00 local time. After that, five flights of Iranian airlines, including Mahan Air, Yazd Airways, and AVA Airlines, resumed operations.
Tense situation and readiness for negotiations
Due to the tense situation, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) was placed on high alert. US President Donald Trump stated:
“I expect a swift blow in the event of military action against Iran.” - Donald Trump
Despite the escalation of the conflict, Tehran expressed a willingness for negotiations and readiness for diplomatic resolution with the US, as reported by Abbas Araghchi. The resumption of air travel and the proposal for dialogue may indicate the desire of both sides to avoid escalating the conflict.
The restoration of Iran's airspace and readiness for negotiations indicate the possibility of de-escalation of tensions between Iran and the US. This could be an important step toward stability in the region, given the recent threats of military action from the US. The actions of both sides reflect a desire to avoid further conflicts and find diplomatic solutions to current issues.