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Crazy Ivan

Coverage of Crazy Ivan in the Nexus archive.

Earliest in view: May 20 · 16:06 UTCMost recent: May 23 · 21:19 UTC

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SECURITYMay 23 · 21:19 UTCDAILY MAIL
RAF halts surveillance flights over Black Sea after Russian warplanes fly 'dangerously' close to British aircraft in 'Crazy Ivan' incident
The Royal Air Force has suspended surveillance flights over the Black Sea following an incident where Russian warplanes flew 'dangerously' close to British aircraft, echoing the Cold War-era 'Crazy Ivan' tactic. The encounter heightened tensions, prompting the UK to reassess its operational safety in the region.
SECURITYMay 20 · 16:06 UTCDAILY MAIL
Dramatic moment RAF aircraft was 'repeatedly and dangerously' intercepted by Russian jets flying just SIX metres away in 'Crazy Ivan' incident
RAF aircraft was intercepted by Russian jets in a dangerous incident, with the Russian planes flying as close as six metres away. The incident is being referred to as 'Crazy Ivan'. This interception poses significant security risks.