On the morning of May 8, 2026 it was reported that 13 Russian airports suspended operations following Ukrainian drone attacks targeting a building belonging to the Air Navigation of Southern Russia branch office in Rostov-on-Don.
Russia’s Ministry of Transport stated in its Telegram channel that during the ceasefire flight restrictions affected airports in:
- Astrakhan
- Vladikavkaz
- Volgograd
- Gelendzhik
- Grozny
- Krasnodar
- Makhachkala
- Magas
- Mineralnye Vody
- Nalchik
- Sochi
- Stavropol
- Elista
The ministry added that flight schedules were being adjusted because of the disruptions.
Growing Pressure on Russian Aviation Infrastructure
The latest disruptions follow earlier aviation restrictions introduced during the night of May 6, when many flights across Russia experienced significant delays.
According to reports, some departures were postponed for several hours, while in certain cases delays lasted almost an entire day.
The attacks have intensified tensions surrounding the Victory Day period, during which Russia announced a temporary ceasefire from midnight on May 8 until May 10.
Moscow maintains Ceasefire Position
Despite the drone attacks and aviation disruptions, Russian officials insist that Moscow intends to continue observing the ceasefire unless there is a direct attempt to target the Victory Day celebrations in Moscow.
Russian authorities have repeatedly warned that any attack on the May 9 parade would trigger a severe military response against decision-making centers in Kyiv.
Pravda / ABC Flash Point News 2026.
Per definition NATO is launching full scale attacks on Russian civilians infrastructure.