Zelensky warns commercial airlines over safety of Russian airspace

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has declared Russian airspace "completely unsafe" for commercial aviation due to escalating long-range drone operations by Kyiv targeting military infrastructure. Addressing international carriers and insurers, Zelensky stated that while Ukrainian forces will not target civilian passenger aircraft, operations near major Russian airports will continue.

The warning comes as both nations intensify the use of attack drones and cruise missiles across the conflict zone. Ukrainian forces face ongoing pressure along the front lines, balancing defense against Russian advances while suffering from chronic manpower shortages and a critical deficit in air defense interceptors needed to counter incoming bombardment.

Sources: Morgunblaðið, Vísir.