Zelenskyy says airlines should avoid Russian airspace, as Ukraine expands drone operations
- Posted on September 2, 2026
- By CNBC
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In brief
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy has called upon international airlines to reconsider their flight paths through Russian airspace amid heightened military tensions. As Ukraine intensifies its drone warfare capabilities and operations across the region, commercial aviation faces increased safety risks. This strategic advisory reflects the escalating aerial threats in Eastern European skies and highlights the ongoing conflict's impact on civilian air traffic and international aviation routes.
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Zelenskyy says airlines should avoid Russian airspace, as Ukraine expands drone operations
Zelenskyy urged airlines to avoid Russian airspace, warning that expanding Ukrainian drone operations are making the skies increasingly unsafe.
