Russian Military Aircraft Detected in Alaska's Air Defense Zone

NORAD confirms repeated Russian flights in international airspace near Alaska, emphasizing no immediate threat to North America.

Russian military aircraft were tracked in the Alaskan Air Defense Identification Zone (ADIZ) on February 18 and 19, 2025, remaining in international airspace.
NORAD reported that such activity is routine and not considered a direct threat, though it is closely monitored for national security purposes.
The ADIZ is international airspace requiring aircraft identification to ensure security near U.S. and Canadian borders.
Incidents of Russian aircraft in the ADIZ have occurred multiple times in recent months, including a similar event less than a month ago involving Arctic patrols.
NORAD previously condemned unsafe maneuvers by Russian jets during a September 2024 intercept, highlighting ongoing tensions in the region.