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Polish Air Forces intercepted Russian SU-24 aircraft, minister says

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Posted on May 23, 2025

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WARSAW (Reuters) -A Russian SU-24 aircraft was performing dangerous manoeuvres on Thursday evening and was intercepted by Polish Air Forces, Minister of National Defence Wladysław Kosiniak-Kamysz said

Polish Air Force Intercepts Russian SU-24 Aircraft Amid Tensions

WARSAW (Reuters) -A Russian SU-24 aircraft was performing dangerous manoeuvres on Thursday evening and was intercepted by Polish Air Forces, Minister of National Defence Wladysław Kosiniak-Kamysz said on Friday, without giving further details.

He added that the order to intercept the aircraft was issued by the joint operational command for NATO allied forces in Europe and the Polish jets located the aircraft, intercepted it and effectively deterred it.

(Reporting by Anna Wlodarczak-Semczuk and Pawel Florkiewicz; Editing by Aidan Lewis)

Key Takeaways

  • Polish Air Force intercepted a Russian SU-24 aircraft.
  • The aircraft was performing dangerous maneuvers.
  • The interception was ordered by NATO's joint operational command.
  • Polish jets successfully deterred the Russian aircraft.
  • The incident highlights ongoing military tensions in Europe.

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of aircraft was intercepted by the Polish Air Force?
A Russian SU-24 aircraft was intercepted by the Polish Air Force.
Who issued the order to intercept the aircraft?
The order to intercept the aircraft was issued by the joint operational command for NATO allied forces in Europe.
What did the Polish jets do during the interception?
The Polish jets located the aircraft, intercepted it, and effectively managed the situation.

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