IBTimes: Russian Jets Overfly NATO Mission In Baltic Sea, Captured On Video By US Sailor
During a scene that would not be out of place in a Cold War blockbuster, Russian jets flew over a large NATO maritime exercise consisting of dozens of ships and aircraft that were operating in international waters in Baltic Sea on Monday evening. A sailor from USS San Antonio, an amphibious assault ship, was able to capture the moment, showing two unidentified jets flying at low altitude and high speed over the ships. The footage was published on Youtube by the U.S. Navy.
“Sailors and Marines enjoy an air show courtesy of the Russian air force during #BALTOPS2015,” read the posting.
Along with the ships, around 5,600 ground troops are taking part in the joint exercise, which began Tuesday and will end on June 19.
Update #1: Russian Airforce Conducts ‘Air Show’ for NATO During Baltic Drills -US Navy -- Sputnik
Update #2: U.S. 6th Fleet Commander: Russia ‘Showing Interest’ As BALTOPS Exercise Begins -- USNI News
WNU Editor: I would have been surprised if these were not "buzzed".
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