U.S. Sanctions Aim to ‘Shut Down’ Iran’s Airlines, but This Boeing Plane Is Still Flying
- Posted on October 5, 2026
- Airlines And Airplanes
- By The New York Times
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Despite U.S. administration claims of shutting down Iranian aviation, Boeing aircraft continue operating on international routes from Tehran. This apparent contradiction reveals the complexities of enforcing comprehensive sanctions against Iran's airline industry, as some carriers exploit regulatory gaps to maintain limited commercial operations across Asian markets. The situation highlights ongoing tensions between U.S. foreign policy objectives and the practical challenges of implementing effective sanctions regimes.
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U.S. Sanctions Aim to ‘Shut Down’ Iran’s Airlines, but This Boeing Plane Is Still Flying
The Trump administration says all Iranian airlines are being “shut down.” So why is this jumbo jet still flying from Tehran to Southeast Asia? continue reading...