Turkey and Oman have reportedly cancelled all flights operated by Iran’s Mahan Air to their countries amid renewed pressure from the United States against the sanctioned Iranian airline.
The reported cancellations follow pressure attributed to the administration of US President Donald Trump and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. However, the information provided does not establish the precise instructions Washington issued to Ankara or Muscat or independently confirm that the cancellations resulted directly from US orders.
Neither the Turkish nor Omani governments’ explanations for the reported measures were included in the initial information.
Mahan Air Faces Longstanding US Sanctions
Mahan Air has faced US sanctions for years, making its international operations vulnerable to restrictions involving financial services, aircraft servicing and access to foreign markets.
Consequently, any suspension of its services to Turkey and Oman would further limit the Iranian carrier’s regional network and potentially complicate passenger connectivity.
The extent of the cancellations, including whether authorities imposed them temporarily or indefinitely, remained unclear from the initial reports.
Reported Restrictions Add Pressure on Iranian Aviation
Meanwhile, the reported action comes amid broader US efforts to increase economic pressure on Iran and entities operating under American sanctions.
Turkey and Oman have traditionally maintained significant economic and diplomatic relationships with Tehran, making any restrictions on Iranian aviation particularly notable.
However, confirmation from the governments involved would be required to establish the exact reasons for cancelling Mahan Air services.
The reported suspension could also affect travellers who depend on the airline’s regional routes, although no information was immediately available about alternative arrangements or refunds.
Further statements from Turkish, Omani or Iranian authorities could clarify the scope, duration and reasoning behind the reported flight cancellations.
The Turkish and Omani governments obediently carried out Trump and Bessent's orders and cancelled all Mahan Airlines flights to their countries. pic.twitter.com/RCZ9V8igEb
— Seyed Mohammad Marandi (@s_m_marandi) September 16, 2026
