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Nato intercepts Russian fighter jets after violation of Estonian airspace

Nato fighter jets intercepted three Russian MiG-31 aircraft after they entered Estonian airspace in what the alliance described as a “reckless” and dangerous incursion. The episode, lasting about 12 minutes over the Gulf of Finland, has heightened tensions on the alliance’s eastern......

NATO jet scramble highlights rising tensions as Russian drones breach Polish airspace

NATO forces swiftly responded to multiple violations of Polish airspace by Russian drones, underscoring growing unease near the alliance's eastern borders. The incidents occurred amid Russia's extensive aerial campaign against Ukraine, further intensifying regional security concerns. Dutch F-35s......

Turkey to close its airspace to Israeli aircraft amid escalating tensions

Turkey announced on Friday that it will close its airspace to Israeli aircraft and suspend all economic ties with Israel, according to Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan. The statement was delivered during an extraordinary session of the Turkish Parliament in Ankara, convened to discuss Israel’s......

Morocco denounces missile attack on Qatar, affirms solidarity

Morocco has strongly condemned the recent missile attack that breached the sovereignty and airspace of the State of Qatar, describing it as a blatant violation of international law and regional stability. This act of aggression, Morocco asserted, threatens the safety of civilians and undermines efforts......

Qatar halts air traffic amid rising regional tensions

Qatar has temporarily suspended all air traffic within its airspace as a precautionary measure to safeguard the safety of citizens, residents, and visitors. The decision comes in response to escalating security concerns across the Middle East, driven by growing instability in the region. The Qatari......

US airlines on alert as Middle East flights disrupted by Iran strikes

June 22 – Airlines in the United States are facing increased security concerns after American strikes targeted Iranian nuclear facilities, prompting several global carriers to reroute or suspend flights to and from major hubs like Dubai and Doha. This follows a surge in regional tensions marked......

Australia and New Zealand evacuate citizens and diplomats amid regional crisis

Australia has successfully evacuated a limited number of its citizens from Israel, while New Zealand has withdrawn its diplomatic staff from Iran, as both nations grapple with restricted access due to closed airspace in the region. Despite growing requests for assistance, the ability to conduct evacuations......

Morocco Strengthens Role in Sahara Airspace Management

Morocco has reportedly extended its control over parts of  Sahara's airspace, previously managed under Spanish authority. Sources indicate that this expansion covers approximately 15% to 20% of the region’s airspace. Spanish media outlet El Independiente reported that Morocco has unilaterally......

US Air Force Base Closes Airspace Amid Drone Sightings

Late Friday into early Saturday, the United States Air Force closed airspace over one of its most crucial military bases in Ohio due to drone sightings. The restricted airspace, which lasted for nearly four hours, was enacted to monitor drone activity detected near Wright-Patterson Air Force Base. The......