U.S. and Hungarian Fighter Jets Intercept Russian Warplanes Near Alaska and NATO Airspace

In a series of recent incidents, U.S. and Hungarian fighter jets were scrambled to intercept Russian military aircraft near Alaska and NATO airspace. The North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) reported that on Wednesday, U.S. fighter jets intercepted two Russian Tu-95 strategic bombers and two Su-35 fighter jets in the Alaskan Air Defense Identification Zone (ADIZ). Similarly, Hungarian Gripens stationed in Lithuania intercepted a formation of Russian military aircraft, including one Su-30, one Su-35, and three MiG-31 fighter jets, approaching NATO airspace.

These intercepts come amidst escalating tensions between Russia and NATO, with multiple instances of Russian military aircraft flying close to or violating international airspace. The U.S. and its NATO allies have consistently responded by sending fighter jets to identify and intercept these Russian warplanes, ensuring the protection of their respective airspace.

The activity of Russian military aircraft near Alaska and NATO airspace has become a routine occurrence, with NORAD emphasizing that these incidents pose no immediate threat but require constant vigilance. President Trump has even suggested that NATO countries should consider shooting down violating planes to deter such airspace violations.

The intercepts by U.S. and Hungarian fighter jets highlight the ongoing geopolitical tensions between Russia and NATO, underscoring the importance of maintaining airspace security and sovereignty. As these incidents continue to unfold, it is crucial for all parties involved to exercise caution and adhere to international norms to prevent any escalation of conflict.

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References:
1. CBS News: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/russia-planes-alaska-us-fighter-jets-intercept-bomber-fighter-jets-adiz/
2. Defence Blog: https://defence-blog.com/u-s-fighter-jets-intercept-russian-warplanes-near-alaska/
3. Mirror: https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/world-news/fighter-jets-scrambled-intercept-putins-35966021
4. Times of India: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/us/airspace-violation-norad-scrambles-jets-to-intercept-russian-bombers-near-alaska-claims-activity-occurs-regularly/articleshow/124126044.cms

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