Aleppo: Turkish Airlines resumed flights from Istanbul to Aleppo, Syria, on Friday, marking the end of a 13-year hiatus. The first Turkish Airlines passenger plane successfully landed at Aleppo International Airport, signifying a significant step in re-establishing air connectivity between the two cities.

According to National Iraqi News Agency, Turkish Airlines had previously announced its plans to operate daily flights between Istanbul and Aleppo. The airline has set a combined price of $299 for round-trip tickets, making it accessible for travelers seeking to fly between these destinations.

Turkish Airlines had suspended its flights to Aleppo in 2012 due to the intensification of fighting between Syrian regime forces and militants. The resumption of flights underscores a shift in circumstances and a potential stabilization in the region, enabling the airline to reconnect the two cities after more than a decade.