Seoul says Chinese, Russian military aircraft enter its air defence zone

South Korea's military scrambled fighter jets after detecting Chinese and Russian military aircraft entering its air defense identification zone (ADIZ) on Tuesday. The aircraft did not violate South Korean airspace, but their presence in the zone, which is a buffer area where countries can request aircraft identify themselves, prompted a response.

The incident occurred as China and Russia conducted joint military drills in the region. The drills, which included naval exercises, have been closely watched by regional powers amid ongoing geopolitical tensions. South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff stated that they took tactical measures to prevent any potential misunderstandings.

This is not the first time such incursions have occurred. Both China and Russia have previously flown military aircraft into South Korea's ADIZ, often coinciding with regional military activities. Seoul has consistently lodged protests with Beijing and Moscow following such events, emphasizing the need for adherence to international norms and de-escalation.