Two F-35 jets from the British Royal Navy were dispatched to intercept a Russian patrol aircraft over the Norwegian Sea. The UK Ministry of Defence reported that the Russian aircraft made several approaches toward a carrier strike group.
The Russian aircraft, a Bear-F, is known for its long-range submarine-hunting capabilities. It flew at low altitudes near the HMS Prince of Wales and deployed multiple sonobuoys in its vicinity, as stated by the Ministry of Defence. The MoD described this behavior as both unsafe and unprofessional.
The statement also mentioned that the two UK F-35 jets successfully intercepted and escorted the Russian aircraft away from the area.
This is an evolving situation that will receive further updates.