Polish MiG-29 jets intercept Russian Il-20 over Baltic Sea on Oct 28

Polish MiG-29 fighter jets intercepted a Russian Il-20 reconnaissance aircraft over the Baltic Sea on October 28, 2025. The incident occurred in international airspace where the Russian aircraft was operating without a transponder or flight plan. The Polish jets escorted the Il-20 out of the area without any reported incidents.

This interception follows a series of similar situations involving military aircraft in the region, highlighting ongoing tensions in European airspace. For more on related coverage, see recent developments in international military interactions.

The situation underscores the importance of airspace security and the protocols in place for unplanned military encounters. No further details regarding the response from Russian authorities have been reported at this time.