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Russia cancels restrictions on flights to UAE, those going through Iranian airspace

Russia's aviation regulator has cancelled recommendations to suspend ticket sales for flights to the UAE and lifted restrictions on using Iranian airspace, citing coordination with transport and foreign ministries. The move follows a period of partial airspace closures in the Middle East, with flights to Israel permitted under time restrictions from April 16 to May 15.

By Tertius News AI Desk 1 outlet · 2 articles Version 1 Coverage Apr 13–20, 2026 Published Aug 13

Overview

Russia's Federal Air Transport Agency (Rosaviatsiya) has announced the cancellation of its earlier recommendations for Russian airlines to suspend ticket sales for flights to and from the United Arab Emirates, and has lifted restrictions on the use of Iranian airspace, according to a statement reported by TASS on April 20.

The decision, attributed to coordination between Russia's Transport Ministry and Foreign Ministry, allows Russian carriers to operate transit flights and flights to Iranian airports, provided they strictly follow recommendations from Iranian aviation authorities. Rosaviatsiya added that experts continue to monitor the civil aviation situation in the Middle East and may adjust flight operations in the region if necessary.

Coverage Comparison

The announcement was covered in two TASS reports, both of which framed the development in neutral-to-positive terms. The first report, dated April 13, detailed the UAE's own extension of airspace restrictions, while the second, dated April 20, focused on Russia's lifting of restrictions. Both articles relied on official statements from Rosaviatsiya and an unnamed source in Middle East air traffic control services.

No conflicting reports from other outlets were provided, so this analysis relies solely on TASS's coverage. The agency's reporting reflects official Russian government positions, and its editorial line is state-controlled, which should be considered when evaluating the information.

Key Claims

Rosaviatsiya has cancelled its recommendations for Russian airlines to suspend ticket sales for flights to and from the UAE, as stated in an official agency announcement quoted by TASS.
Restrictions on Russian airlines flying through Iranian airspace have been lifted, allowing transit flights and flights to Iranian airports with adherence to Iranian aviation authorities' recommendations, per the same statement.
From April 16 to May 15, Rosaviatsiya permitted flights to Israel between 7:00 a.m. and 1:00 a.m. Moscow time (4:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. GMT), as reported by TASS.
The UAE aviation authorities extended national airspace restrictions for one week, until noon April 20, with six designated corridors in effect for flights to and from national airports, according to a source in Middle East ATC services cited by TASS on April 13.
The same source indicated that UAE aviation authorities warned foreign air carriers about potential operational risks requiring assessment for flights to the country.

Perspectives

The lifting of restrictions is presented by Rosaviatsiya as a measured response to the evolving situation in the Middle East, balancing the resumption of air connectivity with safety considerations. The UAE's extension of its own restrictions suggests a cautious approach by regional authorities, who continue to assess risks for airlines operating in the region. This dual perspective highlights the complex operational environment for civil aviation in the region, where Russian carriers are resuming some services while foreign carriers face ongoing limitations.

Given that the information comes solely from TASS, independent verification of the specific details—such as the exact corridors and time windows—has not been possible. The timeline also suggests that the restrictions were tied to the broader regional conflict, which began intensifying in late February, as noted in the TASS report.

How this outlet told it

TASS — English as of Apr 13, 2026, 2:15 PM UTC

Framing: Neutral — Informative

Facts Included:

UAE airspace restrictions extended for one week
Six designated corridors for flights to and from national airports
Warning to foreign air carriers about potential operational risks

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TASS — English as of Apr 20, 2026, 2:45 PM UTC

Framing: Positive — Optimistic

Facts Included:

Cancellation of recommendations to suspend ticket sales for flights to the UAE
Lifting of restrictions on the use of Iranian airspace
Permission for flights to Israel with time restrictions

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What was claimed, and who backed it

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Claim	Confidence	Status
ClaimThe UAE airspace restrictions have been extended for one week, until noon April 20, with six designated corridors in effect for flights to and from national airports.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via TASS — English as of Apr 13, 2026, 2:15 PM UTC
ClaimThe UAE aviation authorities warned foreign air carriers planning flights to the country about potential operational risks requiring assessment.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via TASS — English as of Apr 13, 2026, 2:15 PM UTC
ClaimThe Federal Air Transport Agency (Rosaviatsiya) has canceled its recommendations to suspend ticket sales for flights to the United Arab Emirates.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via TASS — English as of Apr 20, 2026, 2:45 PM UTC
ClaimRosaviatsiya has lifted restrictions on the use of Iranian airspace for Russian airlines, allowing transit flights and flights to airports in that country with strict adherence to all recommendations of Iranian aviation authorities.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via TASS — English as of Apr 20, 2026, 2:45 PM UTC
ClaimRosaviatsiya permitted flights to Israel from 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Moscow time (from 4:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. GMT) from April 16 to May 15.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via TASS — English as of Apr 20, 2026, 2:45 PM UTC

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1 outlet · 2 articles consulted: TASS — English 5 claims extracted Version 1 Written 2026-08-13