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**Summary:**

Pakistan has extended its airspace closure to Indian airlines and Indian-owned/leased aircraft until August 24, 2025. This is a tit-for-tat measure following India’s closure of its airspace to Pakistani aircraft until July 24, implemented in response to the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22 that killed 26 people. The airspace restrictions have been in place since late April and have been extended repeatedly.

**News Article:**

**Pakistan Extends Airspace Ban for Indian Flights Amidst Tensions**

**Lahore, Pakistan – July 19, 2025:** Pakistan has announced a further extension of its airspace closure to Indian airlines and aircraft. The Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) confirmed the ban will remain in effect until August 24, 2025, at 5:19 am Indian time.

The notice to airmen (NOTAM) stipulates that no aircraft operated by Indian airlines, nor any military or civilian flights owned or leased by Indian entities, will be permitted to transit Pakistani airspace.

This decision follows India’s own airspace closure to all Pakistani aircraft, currently in effect until July 24. India initially imposed the ban on April 30, 2025, citing national security concerns following the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22 which resulted in the deaths of 26 individuals.

Pakistan responded by closing its airspace to Indian carriers on April 24, and both nations have since repeatedly extended the reciprocal restrictions. The ongoing airspace closures are expected to continue impacting flight routes and potentially increasing travel times and costs for passengers traveling to and from India. The situation highlights the continued tensions between the two nations.

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