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Switzerland Shuts Airspace for US Military Amid Iran War, Citing Neutrality

Flights for humanitarian or medical purposes, including the transport of wounded people, will continue to be permitted under Swiss neutrality rules. (Representative Image)

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News18•15-03-2026, 06:11

Switzerland Shuts Airspace for US Military Amid Iran War, Citing Neutrality

•Switzerland denied two US reconnaissance flight requests directly linked to the Iran war, citing its neutrality policy.
•The Swiss Federal Council approved three other US flights: two transport aircraft and one maintenance-related flight.
•This decision comes as the US-Iran conflict enters its third week, with over 2,000 casualties and disrupted global oil supplies.
•Humanitarian and medical flights will continue to be permitted under Swiss neutrality rules.
•US President Donald Trump urged nations to protect shipping in the Strait of Hormuz after Iran's retaliation threats.

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