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Russian Ship Fired Warning Flares at German Helicopter in Baltic Sea Incident
Dec 4, 2024, 02:28 PM
German authorities have reported an incident that occurred more than a week ago in the Baltic Sea, where a Russian ship fired signal ammunition at a German military helicopter conducting a reconnaissance mission to protect critical infrastructure. The helicopter, belonging to the Bundeswehr, was patrolling over the Baltic Sea when the Russian vessel, possibly a warship, fired signal flares as warning shots in its vicinity. German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock disclosed the incident during a NATO meeting in Brussels, noting increased tensions in the region. No injuries have been reported. The event underscores the rising strain between Russia and NATO countries in the Baltic Sea area.
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