Germany's Lufthansa suspends flights to Iran after drone attack

German airlines Lufthansa has suspended flights to Iran due to the security situation after a drone attack on a munitions factory located near the city of Esfahan.

"Together with national and international authorities, Lufthansa Group Security continues to evaluate the security situation for arrivals and departures for Tehran Airport and the entire Iranian airspace," the company says, Iran International reports.

"As soon as we have detailed information, we will decide whether or when our Iran flights can be operated again".

One of the military facilities in Esfahan was targeted by a drone attack on January 28, causing explosions. Iranian officials claimed it did not cause any casualties or much damage.