Russian Military Aircraft Enter South Korean Air Defense

On Saturday, Russian military aircraft entered South Korea's air defense zone, prompting the South Korean military to respond by deploying fighter jets to monitor the situation.


Russian Military Aircraft Enter South Korean Air Defense

Russian military aircraft entered today, on Saturday, into the airspace of the South Korean zone. In response, the South Korean army deployed its aircraft.

At this moment, there are no detailed data about the incident, an investigation is underway. According to statements from South Korea, the intrusion of Russian planes into South Korean airspace is considered an action that violates international norms.

According to official data from Russian authorities, the purpose was to carry out planned flights. Russian authorities have not yet provided relevant comments regarding the incident.

This is not the first case when military aircraft of Russia and South Korea have come into contact in the airspace, which has caused concern among South Korean authorities. In 2019, a similar incident also led to tensions between the sides.