Chinese and Russian jets spark tension in South Korea's ADIZ
On Friday, Chinese and Russian military aircraft intruded into South Korea's air defence identification zone, prompting Seoul to scramble fighter jets.
Five Chinese and six Russian military aircraft entered South Korea's air defence identification zone (ADIZ) early Friday morning without prior notice. The South Korean Air Force scrambled fighter jets in response to this violation.
The incident took place over the Sea of Japan and waters off South Korea's southern coast. Chinese and Russian air forces were conducting joint exercises there on Friday.
Foreign aircraft in South Korea's airspace
According to South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff, the aircraft entered the ADIZ within four hours from 7:35 PM Eastern Time. China had previously informed about a joint air patrol with Russia.
As the Polish Press Agency reported, although the foreign military aircraft entered the air identification zone, they did not violate South Korea's airspace. This is due to international law.
The ADIZ is an area where the military identifies and controls aircraft in the interest of national security. Aircraft approaching this zone should report their intent to enter in advance.
These zones are not recognized by international law. However, they operate in many countries, including China, Japan, and the USA.