Protests in Najaf against US sanctions on Iranian aviation
Protesters gathered outside the airport in Najaf, Iraq, to demonstrate against US sanctions targeting Iranian aviation and the temporary suspension of flights between Iran and Iraq. The demonstration reflects the regional impact of the ongoing US-Iran tensions and the economic pressure exerted by recent sanctions.
Date: September 28, 2026
Location: Najaf, Iraq
Conflict: US-Iran Conflict
Category: protest
Severity: MEDIUM
Source: Al Jazeera