US treasury secretary: Most flights to Iran suspended, unclear how UN delegation will return
US sanctions have halted most flights between Iran and the world, raising questions about how Iran's UN delegation will return from New York.
US Treasury Secretary Scott Beissinger has disclosed that most international flights to and from Iran have been halted due to US sanctions. The US official outlined that the economic pressure exerted by Washington has led to the suspension of a significant portion of air travel between Iran and other nations. Beissinger highlighted that the sanctions have had a substantial impact, with estimates suggesting that the vast majority of outbound and inbound flights to and from Iran have been disrupted.
The US official expressed concern over the potential return of Iran's UN delegation from New York, as the situation remains unclear regarding how they will navigate the current restrictions. Moreover, Beissinger emphasized that the US remains committed to imposing further pressure on financial networks and entities engaging in business with Iran, describing the current campaign as unprecedented in its capacity to impede Iran's access to financial resources.
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