Russia says it will protect civil aviation in its airspace following Zelensky's latest warnings

The Turkish airline Pegasus has canceled 12 flights between Turkey and Russia following recent warnings from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. Zelensky had publicly stated his intention to make Russian airspace "completely unsafe" and advised international airlines to avoid flying over the country.

In response to these threats, the Russian government issued a formal assurance on Wednesday that it will protect civil aviation within its airspace. The situation highlights the growing impact of the ongoing conflict on international commercial flight routes and the security concerns surrounding Russian-controlled skies.