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UN Aviation Agency Condemns Russia for GNSS Interference

Eastern European Countries Allege Moscow is Responsible for Increasing Global Navigation Satellite System Incidents.

Caleb Revill

Friday, October 03, 2025 at 05:12 PM ET

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Key Takeaways:

The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) condemned Russia for disturbing satellite navigation systems, citing accusations from Estonia and Finland regarding GPS jamming and a global increase in such incidents.
Russia, which has been unable to regain its seat on ICAO's governing council since its 2022 invasion of Ukraine, denies any wrongdoing.
In response, ICAO will develop a dedicated work program on conflict zones and update its risk assessment manual for civil aviation operations.

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The United Nations’ International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) concluded its triennial assembly on Friday by condemning Russia for disturbances to satellite navigation systems that violate international rules.

Estonia and Finland have accused Russia of jamming GPS navigation devices in their airspace. According to Reuters, representatives reported that global navigation satellite system (GNSS) incidents are worsening at an alarming rate.

Russia, which has been unable to win back its seat on ICAO’s 36-member governing council since its 2022 invasion of Ukraine, has denied any wrongdoing.

ICAO has directed its council to develop a dedicated work program on conflict zones. The organization also plans to update its risk assessment manual for civil aviation operations over or near conflict zones.

Caleb Revill

Caleb Revill is a journalist, writer and lifelong learner working as a Junior Writer for Firecrown. When he isn't tackling breaking news, Caleb is on the lookout for fascinating feature stories.

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