NATO jets intercept drone over Latvian airspace, citing Russian diversion

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Published: 2026-06-08T12:55:00Z
Category: military-and-conflict
Source: The Kyiv Independent
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NATO fighter jets successfully intercepted and shot down a drone operating over Latvia, marking the alliance's first such incident in the region. Latvian military officials reported that the drone had entered national airspace after being rerouted by Russian electronic warfare systems. This event highlights ongoing tensions and the use of advanced military technologies in the area.

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