Zelenskyy warns airlines to avoid Russian airspace

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• What Happened: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has warned airlines and insurers that Russian airspace is becoming “completely dangerous” as Ukraine steps up long-range drone attacks deep inside Russia, including near major airports. Kyiv has formally notified the UN’s aviation agency that Russian skies are unsafe for civilian flights, citing frequent drone strikes and Russia’s “Kovyor” air defence protocol, which halts air traffic whenever drones are detected. Russian President Vladimir Putin denounced the warnings as “state terrorism” while vowing massive strikes on Ukrainian energy facilities. Some carriers using Russian routes say they are monitoring security risks, increasing prospects of route changes and further cancellations.
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