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China calls for restraint after Zelensky's warnings about Russian airspace

Zelensky warned about the insecurity of Russian airspace due to an increase in drone attacks.

2 September 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has urged airlines to avoid Russian airspace, noting that drone presence in Russian skies will increase. According to Zelensky, 'there will be drones in Russian skies on a scale that must be taken into account,' posing a significant risk to civil aviation safety.

As a result of this warning, several international airlines have decided to cancel flights to Russia. The Ukrainian leader has informed both airlines and the International Civil Aviation Organization that the airspace of the neighboring country 'is not safe' due to the aerial offensive that Ukraine will intensify.

In response to these statements, Russia has claimed it will take steps to protect civil aviation in its airspace. However, no specific details have been provided on how these measures will be implemented.

Meanwhile, China has called for 'restraint' in the context of rising tensions following Zelensky's warnings. The international community remains alert to developments in the region as hostilities between Ukraine and Russia unfold.

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