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Readout: Intercept Operation Conducted by Russian Air Force in the Northwestern Sector​

Earlier today, radar and electronic intelligence assets of the Russian Federation detected unauthorized aerial activity approaching the national border in the vicinity of the Lapland tri-border region. Two combat aircraft belonging to the Swedish Air Force (identified as JAS-39 Gripens) were observed conducting deliberate terrain-hugging flight profiles, including a brief and unlawful incursion into Russian sovereign airspace. These provocative actions constitute a direct violation of established international aviation and aerospace conduct regulations.

In strict accordance with standing orders issued by the Northern Fleet Air Command, a pair of Su-27 fighter aircraft of the Russian Air Force were scrambled from Amderma-2 Air Base with full combat load and fuel. These aircraft, piloted by some of the finest and most disciplined airmen of the Russian Air Force, executed a precise intercept operation designed to deter further violation of Russian airspace.

Upon successful visual acquisition of the Swedish aircraft, the Su-27 flight conducted professional defensive positioning, maneuvering in close proximity to the intruding aircraft while remaining within Russian-controlled airspace. The Russian pilots, demonstrating exceptional airmanship and composure under potential threat, executed standard defensive intercept tactics, including shadowing and defensive offset positioning ahead of the foreign flight path. No weapon systems were activated, and no radar locks were initiated in order to prevent escalation, in full compliance with Russian Federation rules of engagement.

Following this unmistakable demonstration of Russian resolve and superior air presence, the Swedish aircraft altered course and returned to their national airspace. The Ministry of Defence commends the courage, skill, and unwavering professionalism of the airmen involved, whose performance reflects the finest traditions of the Russian Air Force and serves as a guarantee of the nation's sovereignty and security in the region.

A formal diplomatic protest concerning this violation will be lodged with the Kingdom of Sweden through appropriate channels.

End of Readout.