Russia said it scrambled fighter jets on Sunday to prevent two U.S. strategic bomber planes from crossing its border over the Barents Sea. The Russian military detected the U.S. Air Force B-52H heavy bombers closing in on the border and urgently deployed MiG-29 and MiG-31 fighter jets to intercept them.
Upon the Russian fighter jets approaching the American bombers, the U.S. aircraft altered their course, avoiding an airspace violation. Following the encounter, the Russian jets safely returned to their respective airbases. The incident underscores the ongoing tensions between Russia and the United States.
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The Russian defense ministry stated, “Russian fighters identified the aerial target as a pair of B-52H strategic bombers of the US Air Force.” The situation remains dynamic, and further updates may follow regarding this event. The interception highlights the vigilance and readiness of Russian military forces in safeguarding their airspace.