US EditionEstonia says UN Security Council to meet after 3 Russian fighter jets entered country’s airspace
Three Russian MiG-31 jets entered Estonia's airspace for 12 minutes without clearance, prompting Estonia to invoke NATO's Article 4 and request a UN Security Council emergency meeting.
- Three Russian fighter jets entered Estonia’s airspace without permission for 12 minutes, according to the Estonian Foreign Ministry.
- An emergency meeting of the United Nations Security Council is scheduled after the incident, marking Estonia's first request in 34 years of membership.
- Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna stated the incident reflects a 'broader pattern of escalation by Russia,' requiring an international response.
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At the request of Estonia, the UN Security Council in New York dealt with Russia's violations of NATO airspace. Federal Foreign Minister Wadephul accused Russia of endangering Europe's stability with targeted provocations. Russia is not acting like a country that wants to maintain peace.
Russia risks ‘expansion’ of war with intrusions into NATO airspace, Waltz says in first public address as UN ambassador
Newly confirmed US Ambassador to the United Nations Mike Waltz called on Moscow to "urgently stop" expanding its war into NATO nations after the Kremlin launched drones into Poland and jets into Estonian airspace in less than two weeks.
Only one warning: Sikorsky issued an ultimatum to Russia: EADaily
EADaily, September 22nd, 2025. Polish Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski threatened Russia with consequences if another plane or missile crossed the airspace of NATO countries. He stated this at today's meeting of the UN Security Council on the situation in Estonia.
An emergency meeting of the UN Security Council was convened following the incursion of Russian fighter jets into Estonian airspace. During the meeting, the Polish Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister addressed a strong message to the Russian representative.
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