In a meaningful show of the UK’s dedication to Nato, two RAF Coningsby fighter jets from Lincolnshire were sent as part of a Nato air defence mission over Poland. Known as the Eastern Sentry, this mission was launched in response to frequent Russian drone breaches into Polish airspace. The Ministry of Defence verified that the RAF Typhoon jets departed on Friday evening, with backing from an RAF Voyager air-to-air refuelling aircraft, and then safely returned to the UK early on Saturday. Defence Secretary John Healey praised the exceptional British pilots and air crew for their contribution in this effective operation to support the military alliance’s eastern boundary. The deployment occurs amidst escalating tensions, as Russian infringements of Nato members’ airspace have been noted this month, comprising incidents in Romania and Estonia. The participation of RAF Coningsby underlines the strategic significance of Lincolnshire in bolstering global defence endeavours.
This article was modified by The Lincoln Post from original coverage by www.bbc.com.
