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Russian strategic bombers fly over Sea of Japan, Russian defence ministry says

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Posted on August 19, 2025

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MOSCOW (Reuters) -Russian Tu-95MS nuclear-capable strategic bombers carried out a scheduled flight over neutral waters in the Sea of Japan, the Russian Defence Ministry said on Tuesday. The flight

Russian strategic bombers fly over Sea of Japan, Russian defence ministry

Overview of the Military Flight

MOSCOW (Reuters) -Russian Tu-95MS nuclear-capable strategic bombers carried out a scheduled flight over neutral waters in the Sea of Japan, the Russian Defence Ministry said on Tuesday.

Details of the Flight

The flight lasted more than six hours and the bombers were escorted by Su-35S and Su-30SM fighter jets, it said.

Military Escort Information

(Reporting by Reuters, Writing by Maxim Rodionov, Editing by Timothy Heritage)

Key Takeaways

  • Russian Tu-95MS bombers flew over the Sea of Japan.
  • The flight was scheduled and lasted over six hours.
  • Bombers were escorted by Su-35S and Su-30SM jets.
  • The flight took place over neutral waters.
  • Reported by Reuters and edited by Timothy Heritage.

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of bombers flew over the Sea of Japan?
Russian Tu-95MS nuclear-capable strategic bombers carried out the flight.
How long did the flight last?
The flight lasted more than six hours according to the Russian Defence Ministry.
What aircraft escorted the bombers?
The bombers were escorted by Su-35S and Su-30SM fighter jets.

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