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international-relations3 years ago•1 min saved

US Urges Russia to Halt 'Irresponsible Behavior' in Syria Following Drone Flare Incident

US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has called on Russia to cease "irresponsible behavior" and abide by the laws of the sky after a Russian fighter jet hit a US MQ-9 drone with a flare in Syria. This incident is part of a series of close interactions between Russian and US military aircraft in the region. Austin emphasized that the US will continue to operate in the airspace, protect its interests, and engage with Russia through established channels to convey concerns.

via Reuters|

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international-relations3 years ago•2 min saved

Russia intercepts US planes over Baltic Sea, tensions rise.

Russia sent an Su-27 fighter jet to intercept two US B-1B bombers flying over the Baltic Sea in international airspace, claiming it was to prevent border violations. The US military confirmed the interaction was safe and professional. This is the latest in a series of aerial interactions involving Russian, US, and NATO military aircraft amid tension in relations following Moscow’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine last year.

via Al Jazeera English|

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