Iraq and Iran agree on 40 daily flights by Iranian airlines to and from Najaf

The Iraqi Prime Minister's Office announced an agreement under which Iranian airlines, excluding Mahan Air, will operate 40 flights per day from and to Najaf International Airport, IRNA reports. According to Iraq's official news agency, the agreement was reached following the Iraqi Prime Minister's Office's follow-ups with the relevant parties. The flights are aimed at facilitating the movement of passengers and pilgrims and supporting humanitarian, medical, tourism, and educational aspects, the Iraqi Prime Minister's Office said.