“Russian Airspace Will Effectively Be Closing,” Zelenskyy Warns Airlines

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has warned airlines that Russian airspace is no longer safe, saying it could effectively close to commercial aviation. His remarks raise concerns about flight routes, passenger safety, and the risks facing carriers operating through or near Russia. Zelenskyy did not specify how such a closure might occur or whether formal restrictions were being considered. Any disruption could affect international travel, cargo links, and regional aviation while further increasing tensions between Russia and Ukraine and neighboring states.