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 September 25, 2025

NORAD detects Russian aircraft near Alaskan airspace

Russian bombers are buzzing near Alaska, and the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) is on high alert. While the situation didn’t cross into U.S. or Canadian territory, it’s a stark reminder of Moscow’s persistent gamesmanship in the skies.

Fox News reported that on Wednesday, NORAD detected and tracked Russian military aircraft, including two Tu-95 strategic bombers and two Su-35 fighter jets, operating in the Alaskan Air Defense Identification Zone (ADIZ), alongside other recent airspace tensions with NATO allies like Estonia and Poland.

The Alaskan ADIZ is where U.S. and Canadian sovereign airspace ends, a buffer zone of sorts. NORAD spotted these Russian planes—two heavy-hitting bombers and a pair of advanced fighters—loitering in this international airspace. It’s not illegal, but it’s certainly not a friendly neighborly flyby either.

Russian Planes in Alaskan ADIZ: Routine or Risky?

To counter this, NORAD scrambled an E-3 surveillance aircraft, four F-16 fighters, and four KC-135 tankers to identify and intercept the Russian contingent.

This isn’t a one-off; just last month, they responded similarly to a Russian IL-20 aircraft in the same zone with an E-3, two F-16s, and two KC-135s. It’s a pricey game of cat and mouse, but necessary to keep tabs on Moscow’s moves.

NORAD insists this kind of Russian activity in the ADIZ happens regularly and isn’t always a direct threat. “The Russian military aircraft remained in international airspace and did not enter American or Canadian sovereign airspace,” they stated.

But let’s be real—routine or not, having strategic bombers near your backyard isn’t exactly comforting in today’s geopolitical climate.

While Alaska’s situation stayed in neutral territory, things got dicier elsewhere for NATO allies. Russia has been fingered for breaching the airspace of Estonia and Poland, both key NATO members. These aren’t mere flyovers; they’re deliberate tests of resolve from a regime that seems to relish poking the bear—or in this case, the eagle.

On September 19, a particularly bold incident unfolded when three Russian MiG-31 jets violated Estonian airspace for over 12 minutes. Italian F-35s had to intervene to shoo them out, according to NATO sources. That’s not a quick oops—that’s a calculated flex.

Estonia’s Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna didn’t mince words: “Russia has already violated Estonia’s airspace four times this year, which in itself is unacceptable.” He’s right—four times in one year isn’t a mistake; it’s a pattern. And with three jets this time, it’s a middle finger to NATO’s boundaries.

Tsahkna added, “Today’s incursion, involving three fighter aircraft entering our airspace, is unprecedentedly brazen.” If that doesn’t scream escalation, what does? It’s not just Estonia’s problem; it’s a challenge to the entire alliance’s security framework.

NATO Responds to Russia’s Provocations

NATO’s response was swift, with allies convening on Tuesday at Estonia’s request under Article 4, a mechanism for consultation during threats.

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte called Russia’s actions “escalatory,” and he’s not wrong. This isn’t just saber-rattling; it’s a deliberate push to see how far they can go before someone pushes back harder.

Rutte also warned, “We do not want to see a continuation of this dangerous pattern by Russia, intentional or not.” Fair enough, but words alone won’t deter a Kremlin that thrives on testing limits. NATO’s readiness to defend “every inch of ally territory” is commendable, but it’s clear that more than rhetoric is needed.

Back to Alaska—while the ADIZ activity didn’t violate sovereign airspace, it’s part of a broader pattern of Russian assertiveness. Whether it’s bombers near North America or jets over Estonia, Moscow seems intent on keeping the West on edge. And in a world obsessed with progressive distractions, this is a wake-up call to prioritize real security over social engineering.

Let’s not kid ourselves: Russia’s actions, from Alaska to the Baltics, aren’t random. They’re probing for weaknesses, gauging reactions, and reminding everyone they’re still a player on the global stage. It’s classic power politics, not some misunderstood cultural exchange.

For conservatives, this underscores why strong defense and clear boundaries matter more than ever. We can’t afford to be distracted by endless domestic debates over identity politics when adversaries are literally flying circles around us. It’s time to focus on what keeps us safe, not what keeps us “sensitive.”

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