US military planes intercepted a high-flying balloon drifting over the western US, as reported by CBS News.
Officials stated the balloon posed no security threat, though its origin and purpose remained unclear.
This incident echoes a similar event last year involving a Chinese balloon, which led to diplomatic tensions.
The intercepted balloon was determined to be non-threatening, contrasting with the previous episode that escalated into a diplomatic crisis.
The US military remains vigilant against potential airborne risks.
Source : BBC
https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-68388453