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JAS 39 Gripen
Coverage of JAS 39 Gripen in the Nexus archive.
- Swedish jets intercept Russian aircraft in 2 separate incidents
Sweden scrambled JAS 39 Gripen fighter jets to intercept Russian Su-24 and Su-34 aircraft near its borders in two separate incidents over the Baltic Sea. The Russian planes did not enter Swedish airspace, but Sweden warned of recurring threats to its security and territorial integrity. NATO member Sweden has faced increased Russian military activity since joining the alliance in 2024.
- Swedish Fighters Scramble Twice to Intercept Russian Jets Over Baltic Sea
Swedish Air Force JAS 39 Gripen fighter jets scrambled twice on June 12 to intercept Russian Su-24 and Su-34 jets near Swedish airspace over the Baltic Sea. The Swedish Armed Forces confirmed the separate incidents involving the Russian aircraft.