Ukraine commits funds to keep flights going as insurers pull out

Grounded planes

The Ukrainian government has committed UAH 16.6bn (£430m) to keep commercial flights moving through the territory as reports suggest insurers have pulled cover amid heightened tensions with Russia.

The funds will be used to “ensure the continuity of flights in Ukraine taking into account the aggravated foreign policy situation”, according to an update on the government’s website dated 13

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