Iran announces reopening of central and western airspace to international transit flightsIran has reopened its central and western airspace to international transit flights, state-run Nour News saysIran’s airspace has partially reopened, although commercial travel from Tehran and other major hubs may be disrupted. U.S. citizens should monitor local media for updates and consult with commercial carriers for additional information on flights out of Iran. U.S. citizens seeking to depart Iran may also depart by road to Azerbaijan, Armenia, Türkiye, or Turkmenistan if they believe it is safe to do so. U.S. citizens should enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive the latest updates on security in Iran.Actions to Take:· Leave Iran now. Have a plan for departing Iran that does not rely on U.S. government help.· If you cannot leave, find a secure location within your residence or another safe building. Have a supply of food, water, medications, and other essential items.· Keep your phone charged and maintain communication with family and friends to inform them of your status.U.S. passports may be confiscated in Iran. U.S.-Iranian dual nationals should consider obtaining, in their Iranian passports, the necessary visas for the countries they will transit on their return trip to the United States so that if that happens, they may depart Iran using their Iranian passports. These individuals can then apply for new U.S. passports in the country they are transiting.U.S. citizens residing in Iran on permanent resident visas must obtain an exit permit when departing Iran, regardless of the period of stay. All Iranian passport holders are required to pay an exit tax. More specific information on Iranian passport and exit permit requirements may be