Syrian Air has resumed flights between Damascus and Istanbul after a 12-year suspension due to the Syrian civil war. The first flight landed at Istanbul Airport on Tuesday evening and was welcomed with a ceremony, the airport press office confirmed.

The route will operate five times each week, improving regional connectivity. Istanbul Airport's commercial director, Firat Ocak, praised the action as a symbol of renewed connections and increased cooperation. Syrian Air becomes the sixth new airline to arrive at Istanbul Airport this year, Xinhua reported.