In Crimea, considered a provocation imitation of the US bombing of the peninsula

He said that this was “another vile provocation”, confirming the need to further strengthen the army and navy of Russia.

Hempel added that the inhabitants of the peninsula "there is absolutely nothing to fear," he emphasized that "the security of the Crimean region is ensured at the highest level."

According to RIA Novosti, the flight took place on October 19, while one of the American planes approached the Crimea and simulated a bombardment.

The Russian Ministry of Defense emphasized that the Russian fighter in the Black Sea met the American B-52H as it approached the border and took it to escort.