Business Desk 
May 10, 2025
Pakistan has fully restored its airspace for all categories of flights after a ceasefire was declared between India and Pakistan, after a sudden but intense escalation of border tensions.
On Saturday, the Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) confirmed that flight operations have returned to normal at all airports in the country. The move comes mere hours after the airspace was temporarily closed following increased military activity on the Line of Control (LoC).
The shutdown was initially extended to 12pm on May 11, but was earlier lifted after both countries agreed to suspend hostilities. The temporary shutdown had disrupted domestic and international flight schedules, leaving passengers in limbo.
Passengers are advised by PAA to contact their respective airlines for the latest flight schedules and travel advisories. A spokesperson stated, "All airports in the country are now open and operating normally."
The airspace was closed after India conducted missile attacks on three airbases within Pakistan. Though no damage is said to have been caused, the action provoked a swift military response from Pakistan.
However, diplomatic initiatives, spearheaded by the United States, were successful in having the two sides agree on a US-sponsored ceasefire.
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar verified that the ceasefire started at 4:30pm today and welcomed the international mediation efforts, particularly those of US Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
