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Russia’s Tu-95 “Bear” Bomber Is Testing Alaska’s Airspace Again

Despite its age and shortcomings, the rugged and reliable Tu-95 “Bear” bomber is a symbol of national pride for Russia, and a recurring nuisance for NORAD.
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U.S. and Canadian Jets Intercept Russian Bombers Near Alaska

Could a 1950s bomber pose a threat to advanced defenses today? On Sept. 24, the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) had that very question put to it head-on when it tracked four Russian ...
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Russian Bear nuclear bombers spotted off Alaska coast — sending US fighter jets scrambling

The North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) detected two Russian nuclear bombers and fighter jets operating around Alaska’s air defense zone on Wednesday.