The scramble is the first of its kind for the two NATO members and is part of a broader effort to deepen defense cooperation. Both nations have increased military integration and bilateral security ties since their accession to the alliance.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
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Finland and Sweden First Jointly Scramble Jets Against Russian Aircraft
Geopolitics25 days ago
F/A-18 Hornets and JAS 39 Gripens from Finland and Sweden flew a mission on Sept. 24 to monitor Russian military flights in the Gulf of Finland. The coordinated patrol identified Russian transport aircraft and warplanes in international airspace.
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