June 15, 2025 – Amid one of the fiercest confrontations in decades, both Israel and Iran have kept their airspace closed, while Jordan has reopened its skies after reassessing security risks.
Israel’s Ben Gurion Airport, the country’s main international gateway, remains shut with all flights suspended indefinitely. The closure follows Israel’s military strikes on Iran that began early Friday, targeting nuclear and military infrastructure.
Similarly, Iran’s Civil Aviation Organisation has extended its airspace closure until at least 3pm Sunday, urging travelers to stay away from airports. The move follows intensified Israeli airstrikes that, according to Tehran, killed key army officers and nuclear scientists.
Meanwhile, Jordan, situated between the two warring nations, has reopened its airspace. The Jordanian Civil Aviation Regulatory Commission said the decision came after a detailed review of regional security and aviation risks.
Tensions spiked as Iran activated its air defences in multiple regions, while Israel instructed its citizens to seek shelter in anticipation of retaliatory missile strikes. Both leaders—Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian—exchanged strong warnings, promising more severe responses.
As calls for calm increase globally, planned nuclear talks between the U.S. and Iran were canceled. Iranian officials stated that dialogue is impossible while their country is under attack, further deepening the diplomatic crisis.