Jordan has temporarily closed its airspace to all incoming, outgoing, and transit flights as tensions between Iran and Israel continue to intensify, EDnews informs, citing Al Jazeera.

In an official statement, Jordan’s Civil Aviation Regulatory Commission (CARC) said the decision was made "in light of the potential risks and threats that may arise from the escalating situation in the region." The closure is a precautionary measure aimed at ensuring the safety and security of civil aviation operations.

The move comes amid growing fears of a broader regional conflict, as hostilities between Israel and Iran have escalated in recent days through airstrikes, drone activity, and cross-border threats. Jordan, which shares borders with both Israel and Syria, has found itself in a sensitive geographic position as regional military activity intensifies.

Officials did not specify how long the airspace would remain closed but emphasized that the situation is being "constantly monitored" in coordination with regional and international partners, including the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO).

The closure has already affected multiple international flights, with several airlines rerouting or delaying services that would normally pass over Jordanian airspace. Aviation analysts note that such closures, while not unprecedented, are indicative of the heightened alert level now gripping the Middle East.

Jordan has called on all parties involved to exercise restraint and prioritize diplomatic efforts to avoid a wider conflict that could destabilize the entire region.

Fatima Shukurova // EDnews