UK Royal Air Force Conducts 12-Hour NATO Joint Patrol Along Russia Border Following Airspace Violations

Oct 11, 2025 07:37 pm CST

The UK defense ministry announced that Royal Air Force aircraft participated in a significant 12-hour joint patrol mission with US and NATO forces along Russia's border, responding to recent Russian airspace violations of NATO countries. This strategic operation utilized RC-135 Rivet Joint and P-8A Poseidon aircraft to gather intelligence while demonstrating alliance solidarity against Russian provocations.