Russian Jets Intercept US B-52 Bombers Near Arctic Border, Prompting Retreat
July 22, 2024Russian warplanes intercepted two American B-52H strategic bombers near the Arctic border in the Barents Sea.
Russian MiG-29 and MiG-31 jets were deployed to prevent a breach of the border.
The bombers changed course and retreated after the interception.
Similar interceptions have occurred in the region before.
NATO has reported intercepting Russian planes near its airspace, stressing the need for safe and professional interactions.
The B-52H Stratofortress is a crucial asset for the US Air Force with a history of significant contributions, including in Operation Desert Storm.
Encounters between Russian military aircraft and NATO airspace remain uncommon.
Summary based on 14 sources
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NBC News • Jul 21, 2024
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Russia says it scrambled fighter jets to intercept U.S. bomber planes over Barents Sea