Russia Intercepts US Bombers Near Arctic Border

Russian fighter jets scrambled to prevent US B-52H bombers from approaching state border over Barents Sea

Russian MiG-29 and MiG-31 jets identified and intercepted two US B-52H bombers.
The US planes adjusted their course and turned away from the Russian border.
The incident occurred over the Barents Sea, a region of recent heightened military activity.
Russia claims such US flights increase the risk of direct confrontation between NATO and Russia.
The US military asserts its operations are conducted in accordance with international law.