Abu dhabi: Syria's General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) and Air Transport has announced the temporary closure of the country's southern air corridors for 12 hours, effective from 11:00 p.m. Sunday until 11:00 a.m. tomorrow, Monday. The measure also includes the suspension of operational activities at Damascus International Airport during the closure period.

According to Emirates News Agency, the decision is a response to recent regional developments and is based on ongoing technical assessments conducted through the specialised risk management committee. GACA emphasized that the closure is a precautionary measure following a comprehensive technical evaluation and in coordination with the relevant authorities. The primary aim is to ensure the safety of air navigation and flight operations in accordance with internationally recognised standards.