Iran Closes Airspace for 5 Hours Amid Tensions; Trump Claims Execution Plans Halted

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News18•15-01-2026, 10:16
Iran Closes Airspace for 5 Hours Amid Tensions; Trump Claims Execution Plans Halted
- •Iran closed its airspace for 5 hours, fearing a US attack amid escalating tensions and ongoing mass protests.
- •US President Donald Trump stated that a 'good source' informed him Tehran has halted swift trials and execution plans.
- •Over 3,400 people have died in widespread mass protests across Iran against Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
- •Air India has rerouted flights over Iran, causing delays and cancellations; passengers advised to check updates.
- •The airspace closure has also created uncertainty for Indians stranded in Iran, with no official explanation from Tehran.
Why It Matters: Iran's airspace closure and Trump's claims highlight severe internal unrest and external tensions in the region.
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