In response to Russia's 2022 invasion of Ukraine, NATO significantly bolstered its air policing mission in Eastern Europe. Watch fighter jets from a dozen NATO nations patrolling the skies over Bulgaria, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, and Romania. Their mission is crucial: deter aggression and safeguard Allied airspace. To achieve this, they rely on a multi-layered defense network. Additionally, NATO's Airborne Warning and Control System (AWACS) aircraft provide vital situational awareness, keeping pilots informed of potential threats.

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