Switzerland Denies Two US Military Overflight Requests Amid Iran Conflict, Approves Three Others

Switzerland has denied two requests from the US for military reconnaissance flights over its airspace related to the ongoing Iran conflict, citing its law of neutrality that prohibits overflights serving military purposes in conflicts. However, it approved three other US flights, including transport and maintenance flights unrelated to combat. The Swiss government emphasized that humanitarian and medical flights remain permitted. This decision comes amid escalating US-Iran tensions following attacks since February 28, 2026.