The Swedish Air Force demonstrated its readiness and capability on Tuesday as two Jas 39 Gripen fighter jets intercepted Russian aircraft over the Baltic Sea. The Gripens visually identified two Russian Tu-22 Backfire bombers and their Su-27 Flanker escorts, ensuring the security of international airspace east of Gotland.

Swedish Air Force deploys Gripen fighter jets to intercept Russian bombers

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The Swedish Air Force demonstrated its readiness and capability on Tuesday as two Jas 39 Gripen fighter jets intercepted Russian aircraft over the Baltic Sea.

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