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flag On March 11, 2026, Norwegian F-35s intercepted a Russian surveillance plane near the Lofoten Islands during NATO drills.

flag On March 11, 2026, Norwegian F-35 fighter jets intercepted a Russian Ilyushin Il-20M surveillance aircraft during NATO’s Cold Response 2026 exercise, the second such encounter in two days. flag The Russian plane, flying with its transponder off, entered Norwegian airspace near the Lofoten Islands before returning to the Kola Peninsula. flag The intercept, part of routine quick-reaction alerts, was launched within 15 minutes of detection. flag Norwegian officials said the activity is expected during large-scale NATO drills, reflecting increased Russian surveillance near Arctic NATO borders. flag Since 2022, Norway has averaged 38 intercept missions annually.

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