In the midst of ongoing tensions between Russia and Israel, the Russian aviation authority has issued a ban on nighttime flights over Israel for the next week 1. The ban, which prohibits Russian carriers from entering Israeli airspace from 10pm to 4am UTC until August 16, is seen as a significant move by Russia 1. The ban comes after Russian President Vladimir Putin urged Iran to exercise restraint and avoid targeting civilians in its attacks on Israel 1. Putin's message was delivered through Sergei Shoigu, the secretary of Russia’s security council, in meetings with Iranian officials 1. The ban on nighttime flights is expected to be lifted after August 16 1.
This ban on nighttime flights over Israel adds another layer to the complex dynamics of the relationship between Russia, Israel, and Iran, and highlights the ongoing tensions in the region 1.
