Turkish Airlines has announced the temporary suspension of flights to 23 cities primarily due to rising jet fuel costs and airspace restrictions caused by the ongoing conflict in Iran. The airline has fully halted flights to five Iranian cities, including Tehran and Shiraz, as the Iranian airspace remains closed for safety reasons. This suspension significantly impacts Turkish Airlines' operations in Africa, with ten cities affected, resulting in a nearly 20% reduction in its African passenger network. Flights to cities such as Hurghada in Egypt will cease entirely after June, marking the end of a route that began in 2012. Additionally, flights to five cities in Asia and the Middle East, including Kirkuk and Aqaba, are paused, while three smaller markets in Europe and Latin America, including Havana in Cuba, are also impacted. The airline remains committed to its extensive international network despite these cuts, but passengers are advised to check their flight status regularly as many routes may not resume until October 2026 or later.