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Amid escalating regional tensions, Pakistan’s Civil Aviation Authority (PCAA) has abruptly closed airspace over Lahore and Sialkot, disrupting both domestic and international flight operations. Affected flights have been rerouted to Karachi.

The closure was confirmed via an official Notice to Airmen (NOTAM), just hours after flight operations had briefly resumed in the region. Renewed security concerns prompted the immediate suspension.

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Airspace over Sialkot has also been restricted for three and a half hours, further impacting air traffic across Punjab. Flights bound for or passing through Sialkot International Airport were delayed or diverted. Airlines have advised passengers to remain in contact for the latest updates.