Expulsions and Dismissals: Tensions Rise Between Russia and Slovakia
Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin has dismissed Alexander Neradko, the head of state civil aviation agency Rosaviatsia, without providing an official reason. Neradko's departure comes after he was reprimanded in May 2022 for failing to carry out government instructions. Russia's aviation sector has been severely impacted by Western sanctions, resulting in a shortage of new airplanes and parts for repairs. Russian airlines are now limited to flying to a restricted list of "friendly" countries to avoid the risk of aircraft impoundment. Neradko had been the head of Rosaviatsia since 2009.