Tensions Flare Over the Baltic: NATO Jets Scramble to Intercept Russian Bomber in High-Stakes Sky Drama

Russia vs. NATO in the Baltic: Inside the Dangerous Intercepts, Shadow Fleets, and Military Buildup Raising Tensions

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A Polish Air Force F-16 fighter jet takes off during a demonstration flight at the 31st Tactical Air Base in Poznan-Krzesiny, Poland, 10 February 2025 | Photo Credit: EPA\Daily Mail

It’s getting heated over the Baltic Sea these days.

In the latest episode of what feels like a real-life geopolitical thriller, Polish fighter jets were scrambled to intercept a Russian Su-24 bomber accused of pulling “dangerous maneuvers” in international airspace.

And honestly?

This isn’t the first time things have gotten spicy up there.

Poland’s Defense Minister, Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz, spilled the tea today, revealing that NATO’s European command ordered the intercept after the Russian aircraft started acting sus over the Baltic late Thursday.

Polish pilots located the Su-24, swooped in, and (according to the minister) “effectively deterred” it.