Watch: Panic aboard Ur Airlines flight from Najaf to Beirut before making emergency landing in Baghdad

The flight landed safely at Baghdad International Airport, and no injuries were recorded

Last updated: August 24, 2025 | 18:18

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Watch: Panic aboard Ur Airlines flight from Najaf to Beirut before making emergency landing in Baghdad

Dubai: Passengers aboard an Iraqi airliner endured moments of panic after a technical malfunction forced the plane to make an emergency landing in Baghdad, according to a video widely circulated on social media.

The aircraft, operated by the private carrier Ur Airlines, was flying from Najaf to Beirut when it suffered a pressurisation system failure, Al Khaleej Arabic daily reported. The flight landed safely at Baghdad International Airport, and no injuries were recorded.

Iraqi Airways, the national carrier, swiftly distanced itself from the incident. In a statement, it clarified: “Reports claiming one of our aircraft made an emergency landing at Baghdad International Airport are inaccurate. The aircraft belongs to another carrier and is not linked to Iraqi Airways. We remain committed to international aviation safety standards, with our fleet undergoing regular technical checks and inspections.”

Ur Airlines later confirmed the malfunction, describing it as a “technical issue” that required a precautionary landing. “All passengers and crew are in good health, and no injuries were reported,” the airline said, adding that alternative arrangements were being made to transport travellers to Beirut.

The carrier also urged the media and public to rely on official sources and avoid spreading unverified reports that could cause unnecessary alarm.

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