Witnesses and a military source reported that warplanes and missiles were observed flying in Iraqi airspace following attacks launched by Israel and the United States against Iran. Earlier, Iraq had announced the closure of its airspace. The military source, speaking on condition of anonymity, indicated that Iraqi forces detected military aircraft crossing over Baghdad and various provinces while missiles were seen flying over the northern province of Kirkuk.

Eyewitness accounts revealed that several missiles were flying at low altitudes near the Daqouq area in Kirkuk. A soldier stationed in Ramadi, a city in western Iraq, reported seeing military aircraft passing overhead. Meanwhile, a resident named Shaman Zeluan described witnessing more than ten missiles heading towards the Iranian border from the Dokan area in the Sulaymaniyah province. The increasing military activity raises concerns about the potential escalation of conflict in the region, especially given Iraq’s previous declaration of airspace closure, indicating a precarious situation amid rising tensions.

This development not only underscores the ongoing geopolitical tensions involving Iran, Israel, and the US but also highlights Iraq’s challenging position as it navigates foreign military operations within its borders. Surveillance and military operations in its airspace could lead to heightened risks of unintended confrontations, emergency responses, or further military actions, complicating Iraq’s stability and security amidst external conflicts.