Russian fighters often shadow German Tornados flying over Syria

Lt. Gen. Joachim Wundrak from the Luftwaffe said German Tornados operating over Syria were often shadowed by Russian Air Force fighters, including the Su-35.

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He also stressed that these encounters were carried out professionally.

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