Russian nuclear-capable bombers were intercepted and escorted by U.S. fighter jets during a flight over neutral waters near Alaska. The Russian military aircraft remained in international airspace and at no time did they enter United States sovereign airspace. The news was initially reported by Reuters, citing the RIA news agency and the Russian Defense Ministry. “Intercepting multiple Russian aircraft demonstrates NORAD forces’ readiness and capability to defend the homelands 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year,” said General Terrence J. O’Shaughnessy, NORAD Commander. US F-22 STEALTH FIGHTER JETS INTERCEPT RUSSIAN PATROL AIRCRAFT NEAR ALASKAIn May, two Russian fighter jets "flew in an unsafe and unprofessional manner" while intercepting an American spy plane over the Mediterranean Sea, according to a statement by the U.S. Navy.

Source: Fox News June 10, 2020 09:57 UTC