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NOTAM from Tehran and 'Armada' Trump en route - The Pros and Cons of War

Published January 25, 2026, 16:07
NOTAM from Tehran and 'Armada' Trump en route - The Pros and Cons of War

The Iranian government has issued a NOTAM (Notice to Airmen) suspending all VFR (visual flight rules) flights and general aviation activities nationwide for three months, from January 25th to April 25th, 2026. Exemptions are made for military, medical, rescue operations, and activities of the National Iranian Oil Company, with prior approval. Analysts believe this move indicates a high level of security readiness amid threats of military conflict with the United States. Simultaneously, President Trump has ordered the deployment of a U.S. 'armada' to the Middle East, prompting warnings from Tehran of 'total war'. There are differing opinions regarding a potential military attack on Iran, with some U.S. officials and countries like Israel and the UAE favoring a hardline approach, while others, such as Turkey and Saudi Arabia, express reservations.