Russian Military Planes Intercepted Off Alaskan Coast

Six Russian planes including two fighter jets and four bombers were intercepted while flying near the Alaskan coast.

According to NORAD, F-22 Raptor planes were sent to intercept the Russian aircraft, which remained in international airspace and did not cross into U.S. territory.

More than 10,000 U.S. military service members are currently in Alaska for training exercies.

Source: https://www.cnn.com/2019/05/21/politics/russian-bombers-alaska-intercept/index.html

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