NATO Jets Escort Israeli Passenger Plane Through Hungary

An Israeli passenger aircraft lost radio contact while flying over Hungary, prompting NATO jets to scramble and provide an escort through the country's airspace. The aircraft was safely guided until it exited Hungarian airspace and continued toward Austria. No injuries or damage were reported.

The plane belonged to the Israeli airline Arkia and was operating a commercial route. Officials did not disclose the flight's origin or final destination. Hungarian and NATO authorities coordinated the response after contact was lost. The escort concluded once the aircraft reached Austrian airspace.