Poland Demands Explantion from Russia Over Breach of Airspace

Defense News ,Poland :-  Poland has expressed its concern after a Russian missile flew into its airspace while targeting towns in western Ukraine. The incident occurred during Russia's intensified attacks on Ukraine.

The Polish government demanded an explanation from Moscow, urging them to stop the airstrikes in Ukraine and focus on their internal issues. Foreign Ministry spokesperson Pawel Wronski emphasized the need for Russia to end the conflict and prioritize peace.

Furthermore, Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski announced that the Russian ambassador would be summoned to provide clarifications regarding the breach.

In response to Russia's aggression towards Ukraine, Poland activated all its air defense and air force systems. Defense Minister Wladyslaw Kosiniak-Kamysz assured that the missile would have been intercepted if it posed a threat to Polish territory.

According to the Polish army, the cruise missile, traveling at high speed and altitude, crossed about two kilometers into Polish territory before returning to Ukraine. It flew over the village of Oserdow in Lublin province for 39 seconds, closely monitored by military radar.

The Polish army remains vigilant, constantly monitoring the situation in Ukraine to ensure the security of Polish airspace. This incident follows a similar occurrence in December 2023 when another Russian missile breached Polish airspace.

Previously, in November 2022, a Ukrainian air-defense missile accidentally landed in Poland, causing casualties. Initially, there were concerns that such incidents could escalate the conflict and involve NATO, of which Poland is a member.

Poland's demand for answers underscores the seriousness of the situation and the need for diplomatic resolution to the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine.