Russian Fighter Jets harassed U.S. military drones conducting operations against ISIS in Syria, according to U.S. officials. The incident involved three MQ-9 Reaper drones being engaged by three Russian Fighter Jets, which dropped parachute flares and forced the drones to conduct evasive maneuvers. One of the Russian pilots positioned their jet in front of a drone, reducing the operator's ability to operate safely. This is the second such incident this year, with a previous confrontation resulting in a collision between a Russian fighter jet and a U.S. drone. U.S. officials have called on Russia to cease this behavior and adhere to professional standards.

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