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The U.S. Air Force EA-37B Compass Call electronic warfare jet participated in a large-scale NATO air exercise over the Baltic region.

The U.S. Air Force EA-37B Compass Call electronic warfare jet made a notable appearance near Russia’s Kaliningrad enclave on Tuesday, as part of a large-scale NATO air exercise. The aircraft, relocated from Greece to Poland, operated alongside a NATO E-3A AWACS plane and Polish ground forces. While NATO officials described the activity as routine defensive training, the deployment of the specialized EA-37B jet—designed to disrupt communications and radar systems—serves as a clear message of deterrence against potential Russian provocations. This exercise occurs amid growing concerns regarding Russian aggression in the Baltic region, including recent naval movements and intelligence reports suggesting that Russian President Vladimir Putin may be testing NATO's resolve for a potential limited attack. The EA-37B is a highly specialized platform capable of providing stand-off jamming support. The administration announced that the U.S. is leading this multi-day training mission to hone allied defensive abilities. Experts note that while the exercise is not a direct response to a specific event, it demonstrates the U.S. military's readiness to blind and deafen Russian forces in a contingency.

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