What Happened
Russian Airspace Safety Concerns Prompt Flight Cancellations
Moscow’s Vnukovo and Sheremetyevo airports suspended flight operations for a second straight night following warnings from President Volodymyr Zelenskyy about the safety of Russian airspace. The closures come after widespread disruptions and flight cancellations, with Russia’s Federal Air Transport Agency issuing temporary restrictions and safety protocols. According to reports, several international airlines have canceled flights to Moscow, and shares of Russia’s flag carrier Aeroflot have plummeted. This was first reported by The Moscow Times.