Russia has accused the United States of pressuring Turkish Airlines to deny Russian passengers flights to Mexico. This accusation comes amidst escalating tensions between Russia and the U.S., with the latest incident involving air travel.
The dispute centers around Turkish Airlines, which reportedly canceled flights from Russia to Mexico at the request of U.S. authorities. Russian officials have condemned this action, labeling it as a form of political pressure aimed at restricting the movement of Russian citizens.
According to Russian sources, the U.S. allegedly pressured Turkish Airlines to cancel the flights under the guise of security concerns. However, Russian authorities have dismissed these claims, arguing that the real motive behind the cancellations is to limit the travel options available to Russian nationals.
This latest development adds to the growing list of grievances between Russia and the U.S., which have been at odds over various geopolitical issues in recent years. The airline dispute highlights the extent to which tensions between the two countries have spilled over into everyday matters, such as international travel.
As of now, Turkish Airlines has not publicly commented on the accusations made by Russia. It remains to be seen how this situation will unfold and whether it will further strain relations between the U.S., Russia, and Turkey.
