The United Nations Security Council is convening an emergency meeting on Monday, September 22, 2025, to address the recent violation of Estonian airspace by Russian military jets.
On September 19, 2025, three Russian MiG-31 fighter jets entered Estonia's airspace over the Gulf of Finland without authorization, remaining there for approximately 12 minutes before being escorted out by NATO forces.
Estonia formally requested the Security Council meeting, describing the incident as a reckless and flagrant breach of international law and a violation of NATO airspace.
Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna expressed concerns that such actions by a permanent member of the Security Council threaten the security of all UN member nations and undermine international norms.
The Russian Defense Ministry has denied the incursions, claiming the flights were conducted in strict accordance with international regulations.
The meeting will include briefings from Assistant Secretary-General Miroslav Jenča and participation by Estonia, Ukraine, the European Union, and possibly other regional states.
The Security Council's discussions aim to de-escalate tensions related to Russian provocations amid the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict, with the broader international community closely monitoring the developments.