EU chief says shooting down Russian jets ‘on the table’
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European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen believes that after a clear warning, the option of shooting down Russian fighters that violate the airspace of NATO countries is possible.
EU chief says shooting down Russian jets ‘on the table’
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said on Wednesday that shooting down Russian fighter planes entering NATO airspace is “on the table.” “My opinion is we have to defend every square centimeter [of] territory, and that means if there’s an intrusion in the airspace, after warning, after being very clear, of course, the option…
The option of tearing down a fighter who meddles in NATO airspace is "on the table." This is what EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said in an interview with CNN. (ANSA)
EU Commission President Von der Leyen supported US President Trump's statement that "NATO countries should shoot down Russian planes in their airspace."
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