Belarusian Yak-130 fighter jet breaches Ukrainian airspace, triggering alerts in Kyiv.

On September 24, 2024, a Belarusian Yak-130 fighter jet breached Ukrainian airspace, triggering air raid alerts in Kyiv and surrounding areas. The incursion, confirmed by Ukraine's Air Force, raised concerns over potential deliberate provocation by Russia via Belarus. Military analyst Alexander Musienko speculated it could be a test of Ukraine's air defenses. The situation escalated quickly but was resolved by 3:42 p.m. local time when the aircraft was no longer visible.

September 24, 2024
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