US, Israel Ground Iran's 60 Aircraft Amid Fragile Ceasefire

US and Israel strikes have grounded 60 passenger aircraft in Iran during recent hostilities, according to the Iranian newspaper Shargh citing airline associations. Seven airports across Iran were reportedly hit, with severe damage at Mehrabad Airport in the capital, Tabriz in the northwest, and Kashan in central desert regions.

Major carriers including Mahan Air and Iran Air were among the hardest hit, disrupting both domestic and international travel routes. The attacks occurred despite a fragile two-week ceasefire agreed by warring parties last week.

Initial negotiations aimed at ending the conflict failed over the weekend, raising serious concerns about the stability of the truce and the timeline for recovery in Iran's vital aviation industry. With air travel infrastructure severely compromised, international travelers and businesses face significant uncertainty about travel plans to and within Iran.

This development comes amid rising tensions in the region, with Iran warning of a "deadly vortex" as the US moves to block the strategic Strait of Hormuz. Will this escalation lead to further conflict or renewed diplomatic efforts to de-escalate tensions?

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/04/13/war-us-israel-ground-irans-aircraft/