The skies over Eastern Europe just became a little less friendly.
Ukraine announced it will close its airspace to Russian airlines starting Oct. 25 — the latest move in its conflict with Russia over Russia’s annexation of Crimea and support for separatists in the east of Ukraine. The ban will have a significant impact on major Russian airlines, including the national carrier, Aeroflot, and Transaero.
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A Ukrainian soldier fires an anti-aircraft gun toward positions of Russia-backed rebels near Avdiivka, outside Donetsk, eastern Ukraine, Aug. 22, 2015.Image: AP …read more
Source: Mashable
