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Russia accuses Estonia of making false airspace incursion allegation to whip up tensions

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Posted on September 22, 2025

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· Last updated: January 21, 2026

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MOSCOW (Reuters) -Russia on Monday accused NATO member Estonia of falsely claiming that three Russian military jets had violated its airspace for 12 minutes on Friday, saying Tallinn was trying to

Russia Denies Estonia's Claims of Airspace Violation by Military Jets

Russia and Estonia's Airspace Dispute

MOSCOW (Reuters) -Russia on Monday accused NATO member Estonia of falsely claiming that three Russian military jets had violated its airspace for 12 minutes on Friday, saying Tallinn was trying to ratchet up a confrontational atmosphere.

Details of the Allegation

Estonia said on Friday that three Russian MiG-31 fighter jets had entered Estonian airspace without permission and stayed for a total of 12 minutes before they were forced to withdraw.

Kremlin's Response

Asked about that assertion, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Moscow had not heard Estonia say it had evidence to back up its accusution.

International Law Context

Russian pilots always operated in accordance with international law, he added.

(Reporting by Dmiotry AntonovWriting by Maxim RodionovEditing by Andrew Osborn)

Key Takeaways

Russia denies violating Estonian airspace.
Estonia claims Russian jets entered without permission.
Kremlin accuses Estonia of escalating tensions.
Russia insists on compliance with international law.
Incident highlights NATO-Russia tensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is airspace violation?

Airspace violation occurs when an aircraft enters the airspace of a country without permission. This can lead to diplomatic tensions and is often addressed through international law.

What is international law?

International law consists of rules and principles that govern the relations and dealings of nations with each other. It includes treaties, agreements, and customary practices.

What are military jets?

Military jets are aircraft designed for use in military operations. They can be used for various purposes, including combat, reconnaissance, and transport.

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Russia accuses Estonia of making false airspace incursion allegation to whip up tensions

Russia Denies Estonia's Claims of Airspace Violation by Military Jets

Russia and Estonia's Airspace Dispute

Details of the Allegation

Kremlin's Response

International Law Context

Key Takeaways

Frequently Asked Questions

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