US lifts sanctions on Iraqi carrier Fly Baghdad

BAGHDAD, Iraq — The United States has removed Fly Baghdad from its sanctions list, ending restrictions that had complicated the Iraqi airline's international transactions. US officials said the carrier was delisted after making operational adjustments that addressed Washington's concerns. The Baghdad-based airline had previously faced difficulties with some international operations due to the US measures, including limits on financial transactions, aircraft leasing and cross-border payments. The Treasury Department linked the decision to the carrier's compliance with US requirements on management practices and operational oversight. Fly Baghdad officials said the company now intends to expand its flight network and strengthen regional connectivity. The Treasury Department added that the delisting will remain contingent on continued monitoring of the airline's activities. No further details on the monitoring arrangement were immediately available.