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US Department of Defense Declares National Airspace Emergency for Norfolk, Virginia

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The US Department of Defense (DoD) has declared a national airspace emergency for Norfolk, Virginia, following the detection of an unidentified aircraft in the area. F-22 Raptor fighter jets have been scrambled to intercept the aircraft, which is believed to be a Russian spy plane. The DoD has also confirmed that a Chinese high-altitude balloon has been detected in US airspace over Montana. The balloon is being tracked by the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD), and the Pentagon has stated that it does not pose a military or physical threat. The airspace emergency in Norfolk has caused the closure of several airports in the area, including Norfolk International Airport and Langley Air Force Base. Residents have been advised to stay indoors and avoid the affected areas. The incidents come amid heightened tensions between the US and both Russia and China. The US has accused Russia of conducting aggressive military exercises near its borders, while China has been accused of spying on US military installations. The DoD has not yet released any further details about the unidentified aircraft or the Chinese balloon. However, the incidents are likely to further strain relations between the US and its adversaries. In a statement, the DoD said that it is "monitoring the situation closely and taking all necessary steps to protect the United States and its allies." The DoD also urged the public to remain calm and follow the instructions of local authorities.