Zelensky urges airlines to avoid Russian airspace as Ukraine expands drone operations
Source Summary
Ukrainian President Zelensky has called on airlines to avoid Russian airspace amid Ukraine's escalating drone operations. Chinese and Gulf state airlines continue to use Russian airspace despite the conflict. Russia has stated it will intensify its own attacks on Ukraine in response.
Why it matters
The escalation of drone operations and mutual threats of intensified attacks underscore the expanding scope of the Ukraine-Russia conflict and its potential impact on international aviation routes.
