Beijing warns Washington plan to bar Chinese airlines from Russian airspace could lengthen China–U.S. flights and raise fares for travelers.

BEIJING —

Beijing’s Foreign Ministry is urging Washington to rethink a proposal that would block Chinese airlines from crossing Russian airspace on routes to and from the United States.

Harbin, China and other destinations prepare for surge in Russian tourists as visa-free entry begins Sept. 15, 2025, doubling flight bookings. China’s snow-dusted northeastern hub is bracing for an unprecedented wave of Russian visitors. Beginning Sept.

Amur region, Russia — Fatal An-24 crash near Tynda underscores safety challenges for travelers flying regional routes in Russia's remote Far East.

MOSCOW, Russia — The loss of a twin-turboprop Antonov An-24 operated by Angara Airlines has placed fresh scrutiny on regional air travel in Russia’s sprawling Far East, a part of the world where rugged terrain and unpredictable weather can turn routine flights into logistical chess matches.

Wonsan, North Korea halts foreign access to its new seaside resort, reshaping travel prospects between Pyongyang, Moscow and the wider region.

WONSAN, North Korea — Just months after welcoming its first overseas guests since 2020, North Korea has once again shut the gates of its newly built seaside resort in Wonsan to foreigners, dimming hopes that the hermit nation was preparing for a broader tourism reboot.