Islamabad (Web Desk): The Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) has fully reopened the country’s airspace for all types of flight operations.
In a statement issued on Saturday, a spokesperson confirmed that regular flight operations have resumed at all airports nationwide.
Passengers have been advised to check with their respective airlines for updated flight schedules and further information.
This development comes after US President Donald Trump announced that both India and Pakistan have agreed to a ceasefire following heightened tensions and a military exchange between the two nations.
The escalation began when India launched missile strikes on three Pakistani air bases, including Nur Khan (Rawalpindi), Murid (Chakwal), and Shorkot. Despite the attacks, Pakistan's military spokesperson assured that none of the Pakistan Air Force's assets were damaged.
In retaliation, Pakistan initiated a military operation called Bunyan-un-Marsoos, targeting several Indian military positions in response to the missile strikes.
The military actions triggered widespread international concern, prompting urgent diplomatic interventions from global powers, most notably the US, which played a significant role in mediating between the two countries.
As a result of these efforts, both India and Pakistan reached an agreement to halt hostilities, with the ceasefire taking effect at 4:30 pm today.
Pakistan's airspace, which had been closed for most of the day due to the conflict, was reopened for normal flight operations shortly after the ceasefire announcement.
The country's airports resumed regular operations, and a spokesperson from the airport authority urged passengers to check with their respective airlines for any updated flight schedules.
Earlier, the closure of Pakistan’s airspace had been extended earlier until 12pm tomorrow, May 11, but the announcement of the ceasefire and the subsequent opening of airspace brought an immediate end to this disruption.