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Russia Turns to Ethiopian Airlines for Aircraft Amid Western Sanctions

Russia Turns to Ethiopian Airlines for Aircraft Amid Western Sanctions

As Western sanctions continue to isolate Russia’s aviation sector, Moscow is turning its gaze toward Africa—specifically, Ethiopian Airlines—as a potential partner to sustain its crippled fleet operations.

Blocked from acquiring Airbus and Boeing jets and their spare parts, Russia has struggled to maintain its commercial aviation industry. In response, Russian officials are exploring alternative global partnerships. In late July, Russia’s Trade Commissioner to Ethiopia, Yaroslav Tarasyuk, held talks with the Ethiopian Civil Aviation Authority (ECAA), proposing a wide-ranging cooperation package that includes a wet-lease of aircraft from Ethiopian Airlines.

The discussions also covered the possible supply of aviation communication and surveillance equipment to Russia, and the construction of an aircraft maintenance center in Addis Ababa.

The move follows the implementation of the Ethiopia-Russia Air Services Agreement in 2024, which laid the foundation for expanding bilateral aviation ties.

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