Russian ship fires flares at Danish helicopter in Baltic Sea

A Russian ship fired two flare signals at a Danish military helicopter, according to a statement from the Danish defense forces. The incident occurred in international waters near the Danish town of Gedser. The flares were launched while the Danish air force was documenting the vessel. One of the flares reportedly passed very close to the helicopter, according to the Danish military. The event adds to recent tensions in the Baltic Sea region, which has seen increased Russian military activity and incidents involving Nordic countries.