Russian planes violated NATO airspace: how the alliance responded.
23.10.2025
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Shostal Oleksandr
23.10.2025
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Violation of Lithuania's airspace
Two Russian military planes violated NATO airspace over Lithuania, prompting the alliance to scramble its fighters. Lithuanian military reported that a Russian Su-30 fighter and an Il-78 tanker breached the sovereign airspace of the country and remained there for 18 seconds.Both Russian military planes entered Lithuania from the Kaliningrad region. Spanish Eurofighter Typhoon fighters were deployed to respond to this situation.This incident indicates rising tensions in the region and highlights the importance of NATO's military presence in the Baltic region. The alliance's response to such violations is very important for maintaining security and stability in Europe.Read also
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