Topic: Russian Air Force

3 chapters across the catalog

Bivotal
Episode 1156 2:23:22 - 2:26:40

1156: Bivotal

Storm Area 51, Russian Bot Allegations

The "Storm Area 51" Facebook event has garnered over 1.5 million sign-ups, prompting the Air Force to issue warnings about trespassing on live-fire training ranges. Some media reports have baselessly suggested the viral movement is the work of "Russian bots." The hosts discuss the possibility of the government charging for tours as a way to monetize the interest.

Dehydrated in China
Episode 816 47:47 - 50:52

816: Dehydrated in China

Russian Jets Buzzing USS Donald Cook, Baltic Sea Tension

Russian fighter jets performed low-altitude passes, coming within 30 feet of the USS Donald Cook in the Baltic Sea. The Pentagon described the maneuvers as "simulated attacks" and a provocative pattern of behavior. The incident follows increased NATO military maneuvers in Latvia and the deployment of U.S. tanks to the Baltic states.