Dutch, Finnish, Swedish jets intercept Russian aircraft over Baltic Sea, says Dutch defence minister
Dutch, Finnish, Swedish jets intercept Russian aircraft over Baltic Sea, says Dutch defence minister
Published by Global Banking and Finance Review
Posted on December 18, 2024
AMSTERDAM (Reuters) - The Netherlands, in coordination with Finland and Sweden, has intercepted Russian aircraft carrying supersonic missiles over the Baltic Sea on Tuesday, Dutch Defence Minister Ruben Brekelmans said on X on Wednesday.
No further details were provided on the engagement or the aircraft's intentions. Since December, Dutch F-35s have been patrolling NATO's eastern border.
(Reporting by Charlotte Van Campenhout; Editing by Peter Graff)