Russian Cruise Missile Violated Polish Airspace in Coordinated Attack on Ukraine

Defense New , Europe :- In a startling event on December 29, the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation executed a strategic move, launching a cruise missile that penetrated Polish airspace during an assault on targets within Ukraine.

The breach occurred precisely at 7:12 AM local time near the Poland-Ukraine border. According to official reports from the Polish Armed Forces, the missile ventured back into Ukrainian territory after spending approximately three minutes within the confines of Polish airspace.

Throughout the incident, the missile trajectory was meticulously tracked by both Polish and allied radar systems. With readiness at its peak, Polish air defense systems were poised for action, deploying F-16C/D fighter jets to patrol the specific area where the missile had crossed into Polish airspace.

In an effort to corroborate radar data, a comprehensive ground operation unfolded, involving the deployment of ground forces, air forces, and territorial defense troops to meticulously trace the missile path on the ground.

This alarming episode unfolded as part of a broader offensive led by Russia, which featured a dozen Tu-95MS bombers launching Kh-55/Kh-555/Kh-101 cruise missiles. Astonishingly, more than 90 missiles of this caliber were employed in the attack, with reports suggesting that Ukrainian air defenses successfully intercepted the majority of them.

The Ukrainian Ministry of Defence shed light on the scale of the Russian assault, revealing that it encompassed not only the cruise missiles but also 36 Shahed-136 attack drones, ground-attack-mode S-300/400 anti-aircraft missiles, and five Kinzhal missiles. The combined deployment showcased a formidable and technologically advanced approach to warfare, emphasizing the escalating tensions in the region.