NORAD reports that F-16 fighter jets intercepted multiple aircraft that entered restricted airspace over New Jersey on Sunday. According to CBS and other outlets, the interceptions occurred around Bedminster and East Rutherford, where temporary flight restrictions were in place. Fox News says more than 10 general aviation aircraft entered the restricted area and that NORAD responded by deploying flares to alert the pilots. Breitbart also reports that NORAD used flares during the intercepts and identifies the aircraft as violating the temporary restrictions. Across reports, NORAD’s stated role is to monitor and, when necessary, intercept aircraft operating in airspace under restriction. The coverage describes an operational response involving F-16s and flare signaling, but it does not provide additional details on the identities of the aircraft, the reason for the restriction, or whether any aircraft complied immediately after contact. The reports align on the core facts that multiple aircraft entered the restricted airspace and that NORAD F-16s intercepted them over New Jersey, with flares used as part of the alerting process.