India Extends Airspace Ban on Pakistani Aircraft
India has once again extended its ban on all Pakistani aircraft from entering its airspace, prolonging the ongoing standoff between the two nations. The restriction, which applies to all commercial and military aircraft owned, operated, or leased by Pakistan, will now remain in effect until September 24, 2025.
Reciprocal Measures Continue
The move is a direct reciprocal action. It came just two days after Pakistan announced its own extension of a similar ban on Indian aircraft. This cycle of monthly extensions means the mutual airspace closures are now set to enter their fifth consecutive month, with no signs of a resolution.
Rooted in Post-Attack Tensions
These airspace restrictions were first put in place in the aftermath of the deadly Pahalgam terror attack in April. Pakistan initiated the ban on Indian flights on April 24, and India responded with its own ban on April 30. Since then, both countries have been issuing official notices, known as NOTAMs (Notice to Airmen), to prolong the restrictions each month. The continued closure reflects the deeply strained diplomatic relations between New Delhi and Islamabad following the attack.
