Doha [Qatar], May 2 (ANI): Qatar Airways said in a statement on Saturday that it continues to reinstate its network across the Middle East. It announced the return of passenger flights to Baghdad (BGW), Basra (BSR), and Erbil (EBL) in Iraq, starting on 10 May 2026.

In the statement shared on X, it further noted that in parallel, Qatar Airways will reintroduce freighter services to Baghdad from 7 May 2026, further supporting cargo flows. The freighter services, currently on sale, are one-way from Doha (DOH) to Baghdad (BGW).

These resumptions follow the airline's recent announcements confirming the return of daily passenger services to Dubai (DXB) and Sharjah (SHJ), and to Bahrain (BAH), Damascus (DAM) and Kozhikode (CCJ), providing passengers with greater flexibility and enhanced connectivity across the region and beyond.

The statement underlined how Qatar Airways is advancing the phased restoration of its global network, with its flight schedule expanding from 16 June 2026 to more than 150 destinations across six continents.

Qatar Airways also advised passengers to regularly check its official website or app, and ensure their contact details are correct and updated.

In the statement it noted that flight schedules are subject to change or cancellation due to operational, regulatory, safety, or other circumstances beyond our control.

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Meanwhile earlier today, Emirates News Agency (WAM) said that the General Civil Aviation Authority has announced the full resumption of normal air navigation operations within UAE airspace and the lifting of temporary precautionary measures.

The decision was taken after a comprehensive evaluation of operational and security conditions and in coordination with relevant authorities. Continuous real-time monitoring remains in place to ensure the highest levels of aviation safety.

The Authority expressed its appreciation for the cooperation of passengers and airlines throughout the precautionary period and confirmed the readiness of its technical and operational teams to respond to any emerging developments.

The public is advised to continue obtaining information from official sources. (ANI)