On July 21, 2024, Russia's military scrambled fighter jets to intercept two US Air Force B-52H bombers over the Barents Sea, preventing them from crossing into Russian airspace. This incident reflects ongoing tensions between Russia and NATO, particularly in light of recent military exercises and drone flights in the region.
Tensions between Russia and NATO have escalated since the 2014 annexation of Crimea, with increased military activity in the Black Sea and surrounding areas. The US conducts regular flights over international waters, which Russia views as provocative, leading to frequent intercepts by Russian military aircraft.
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