Zelensky urges global airlines to shun Russian airspace amid escalating drone war

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has called on international airlines to stop using Russian airspace, as Ukraine steps up its drone operations against Russia. Several major carriers, including Chinese and Gulf state airlines, continue to fly through Russian airspace despite the ongoing conflict. The appeal comes as both sides signal an intensification of hostilities, with Russia vowing to increase its own attacks on Ukraine. Zelensky's call reflects Ukraine's broader strategy of increasing pressure on Russia through military and economic means.

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