Ammon News - Emirates Airlines announced Thursday, the extension of the cancellation of all flights to and from Iraq, Iran and Jordan on Thursday and Friday (October 4 and 5), attributing this to tensions in the region.

In a statement, Emirates Airlines said that the cancellation of flights to Basra, Baghdad, Tehran and Amman has been extended until October 5, due to regional unrest, calling on affected customers to contact their booking agents to obtain alternative travel options, or contact the company if they have booked directly.