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Story summary
- On February 20, 2026, the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) intercepted two Russian Tu-95 bombers, two Su-35 fighters, and an A-50 spy plane near Alaska.
- NORAD deployed two F-16s, two F-35s, and four KC-135s to escort the aircraft until they left the area.
- The aircraft did not enter U.S. or Canadian airspace.
- NORAD said such activity is common and not a threat.
- Similar interceptions occurred in previous months.
