Spohr expects that 2026 will see the reopening of Russian airspace:
"CEO Carsten Spohr told Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung that Asia, particularly China, will drive growth after hoped-for opening of Russian airspace to all, emphasizing the airline's strategic focus on long-haul aircraft and direct Asia routes,
though he provided no details on the basis for this optimism"
Between Allegris, the 777-9 deliveries and Russia airspace, Spohr's hope certainly does spring eternal.