NATO fighter jets were scrambled over Europe for the third consecutive day after an unidentified drone entered Latvian airspace, prompting residents to stay indoors. The Latvian armed forces confirmed the incursion on Thursday, which led to an intercept mission from the NATO Baltic Air Policing mission.
Drone Incursion Sparks Response
The unidentified drone crossed into Latvian territory, triggering an immediate response from NATO forces. Fighter jets were scrambled to intercept and identify the aircraft. This marks the third such incident in as many days, raising concerns about airspace security in the region.
NATO Baltic Air Policing Mission
The NATO Baltic Air Policing mission is responsible for safeguarding the airspace of Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania, which lack their own air defense capabilities. The mission rotates among NATO allies, with jets stationed at bases in Lithuania and Estonia.
In a statement, the Latvian armed forces said: "An unidentified drone entered Latvian airspace today. NATO Baltic Air Policing jets were scrambled to intercept the drone. The incident is under investigation." Residents were advised to stay indoors as a precautionary measure.
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