US shoots down unknown object off coast of Alaska

Object posed a "reasonable threat" to civilians, White House spokesperson says

The United States has shot down an unknown object flying in US airspace off the coast of Alaska on orders from President Joe Biden, White House officials say.

The object, which was the size of a small car, was flying at about 40,000 feet and posed a "reasonable threat" to the safety of civilian flights, John Kirby, White House National Security Council spokesman said.