At least 120 NATO interceptor aircraft had escorted Russian bombers

At least 120 NATO interceptor aircraft had escorted Russian bombers

He also said at least 120 NATO interceptor aircraft had escorted Russian bombers during almost all their patrols, which had a total duration of over 40 hours.

“Military aircraft from the U.S., Canada, the U.K, Norway, and even France escorted Russia’s strategic bombers in the air,” the general said, adding that NATO pilots had never shown hostility towards Russian planes.