Middle East Crisis Israel vs Iran

Iran begins to open airspace after ceasefire

Iran opened airspace over the eastern parts of the country on Wednesday, the state news agency Irna reported according to AFP.

The entire country's airspace has been closed since June 13, when Israel began its attacks. A ceasefire has been in place since Tuesday.

Overflights, domestic and international departures and landings are now permitted in eastern Iran, according to Transport Ministry spokesman Majid Akhavan.

The airspace over other parts of Iran, including the capital Tehran, remains closed until further notice.

Israel: Ground forces participated in the fighting against Iran

Israel had ground forces in Iran during the 12-day armed conflict, Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir reported according to AFP.

- The forces worked secretly deep inside enemy territory and gave us operational freedom, he said.

With the help of air defense and ground forces, Israel managed to achieve full air supremacy in Iran, according to Zamir.

He adds that Israel's campaign against Iran is not over.

- We must be on our guard, many challenges await.