Over 10 years after ISIS takeover, Iraq’s Mosul Airport reopens: What to know

Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani inaugurated the newly restored Mosul International Airport, a significant step in the city’s recovery after years of destruction during the fight against ISIS. The airport, expected to be fully operational within two months, can handle 630,000 passengers annually and features enhanced facilities, marking a vital link between Mosul and the rest of Iraq.

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Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani opened the newly fixed Mosul airport, helping the city recover after it was damaged in a fight against bad guys called ISIS.

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