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Polish Jets Intercept Russian Bomber Over Baltic Sea in NATO Operation

A Russian Su-24 performing dangerous maneuvers in international airspace was deterred by Polish fighter jets under NATO command, marking the latest in a series of regional provocations.

This illustrative image from July 4, 2023 shows Polish Air Force F-16 jetfighters in a NATO exercise.
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Overview

  • Polish Air Force jets intercepted a Russian Su-24 bomber performing intentional and dangerous maneuvers over the Baltic Sea on May 23, 2025.
  • The interception was ordered by NATO’s joint operational command in Europe and took place in international airspace near the Kaliningrad region.
  • Poland’s defense minister confirmed that such provocations have occurred repeatedly in recent weeks, escalating tensions in the Baltic region.
  • Earlier in the week, a sanctioned Russian ship from the 'shadow fleet' conducted suspicious maneuvers near the Poland–Sweden power cable, raising concerns over critical infrastructure security.
  • NATO air policing remains on high alert as Finland investigates potential airspace violations, highlighting the alliance's commitment to deterring Russian threats.