Kapikoy Border crossing into Turkey has become one of the few ways out of Iran during the war

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by Serra Yedikardes, Associated Press
March 8, 2026
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The Kapikoy border crossing into Turkey is a main exit for Iranians after air travel stopped due to U.S.-Israel strikes.

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The Kapikoy land crossing into Turkey has become a critical exit route for Iranians following an airspace shutdown in Iran. This development comes after the United States and Israel initiated strikes on Tehran, severely limiting air travel options. The crossing, located near eastern Turkey's Van province, now represents one of the few viable pathways for Iranians seeking to leave the country. Its increased importance highlights the immediate impact of the ongoing conflict on civilian movement and regional connectivity. This situation underscores the humanitarian and logistical challenges facing the Iranian populace amidst escalating geopolitical tensions.

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