Germany's Lufthansa suspends flights to Iran after drone attack

Germany
# 01 February 2023 16:52 (UTC +04:00)

German airlines Lufthansa has suspended flights to Iran due to the security situation after a drone attack on a munitions factory located near the city of Esfahan, APA reports citing Iran International.

"Together with national and international authorities, Lufthansa Group Security continues to evaluate the security situation for arrivals and departures for Tehran Airport and the entire Iranian airspace," the group continues.

"As soon as we have detailed information, we will decide whether or when our Iran flights can be operated again".

Austrian and Swiss airlines also canceled their flights to Tehran on Sunday.

One of the military facilities of the Islamic Republic in Esfahan was targeted by a drone attack Saturday night, causing explosions. Officials of the Islamic Republic claimed it did not cause any casualties and much damage.

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