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Yahoo
25-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Poland scrambles fighter jets amid Russian air attack on Ukraine
Poland scrambled fighter jets and heightened its air defence readiness in response to a large-scale Russian missile attack on Ukraine on the night of 24-25 May. Source: Polish Ministry of Defence Quote: "Polish and allied aircraft have begun operating in our airspace due to an attack by the Russian Federation striking targets across Ukraine." Details: Polish Operational Command activated all available forces, deploying additional fighter jets and placing air defence and radar systems on high alert as per standard procedures. It is continuously monitoring the situation, with forces ready for immediate response, the Ministry of Defence stated. Background: Russia launched a large-scale attack on Ukraine on the night of 24-25 May, using drones, cruise missiles and ballistic missiles. Explosions were reported in several regions. Support Ukrainska Pravda on Patreon!
Asharq Al-Awsat
06-04-2025
- Politics
- Asharq Al-Awsat
Poland Scrambles Aircraft after Russian Strikes on Ukraine
Polish and allied aircraft were activated early on Sunday to ensure the safety of Polish airspace after Russia launched air strikes targeting western Ukraine, the Operational Command of the Polish armed forces said. "The steps taken are aimed at ensuring security in the regions bordering the areas at risk," the Command said on X. All of Ukraine was under air raid alerts as of 0200 GMT on Sunday after the Ukrainian Air Force warned of Russian missile attacks.
Yahoo
06-04-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Poland put air defence on high alert after Russian large-scale attack on Ukraine
Due to a Russian large-scale missile attack on Ukraine, Poland has activated its air force and brought its ground-based air defence and radar reconnaissance systems to full combat readiness. Source: a statement by the Operational Command of the Polish Armed Forces, as reported by European Pravda Details: The Command noted that due to the active operations of Russian strategic aircraft, "an operation of Polish and allied aircraft began in our airspace". Quote: "In line with current procedures... fighter jets on duty were raised, and ground-based air defence and radar reconnaissance systems were brought to the highest state of readiness." Details: The Command added that they were monitoring the current situation and that the forces and assets under their control were fully prepared to respond immediately. Background: On Sunday morning, Russia launched a ballistic missile strike on Kyiv, causing fires and injuring three people. At 04:57, an air-raid warning was issued across almost all of Ukraine due to the activity of Russian strategic aircraft. On the evening of 4 April, Russian troops launched a ballistic missile strike on a residential area in Kryvyi Rih, killing at least 18 people, including 9 children. Afterwards, US Ambassador to Ukraine Bridget Brink tweeted: "Horrified that tonight a ballistic missile struck near a playground and restaurant in Kryvyi Rih," without mentioning Russia in the message. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he was "unpleasantly" surprised by the US Embassy's reaction to the Russian missile strike on Kryvyi Rih. Support Ukrainska Pravda on Patreon!
Al Arabiya
06-04-2025
- Politics
- Al Arabiya
Poland scrambles aircraft after Russian strikes on Ukraine
Polish and allied aircraft were activated early on Sunday to ensure the safety of Polish airspace after Russia launched air strikes targeting western Ukraine, the Operational Command of the Polish armed forces said. 'The steps taken are aimed at ensuring security in the regions bordering the areas at risk,' the Command said on X.
Yahoo
25-02-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
NATO nation Poland scrambles air defenses as Russia strikes western Ukraine
NATO ally Poland on Tuesday deployed "military aviation" to its skies in response to strikes Russia launched at Ukrainian towns near the war-torn nation's western borders. Warsaw's Operational Command confirmed in a post on X that Polish airspace was not violated in the attacks and that the long-range Russian strikes had ceased by Tuesday afternoon, though it is not the first time a NATO nation has had to scramble warplanes to counter Russian threats in recent weeks. While Russia has long employed a brutal campaign of aerial bombardments to hit Ukraine, including long-range strikes, the last attacks came one day after a U.S. nuclear-capable B-52 bomber reportedly flew from the U.K. to Estonia before circling back by way of Latvia, Lithuania and Poland — all of which border Russia, Ukraine or both. 'Trump Effect' On Display As Uk's Starmer Boosts Defense Spending On Eve Of Us Visit Reports suggested the bomber, which was flanked by F-35s and F-A18 fighter jets, flew over the Estonian capital city of Tallin to mark Estonia's Independence Day, though it also coincided with the third anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Ukraine's air force on Tuesday said on Telegram that Russia had fired some 213 drones and seven missiles into Ukraine. Six of the missiles and 133 drones were reportedly shot down. Read On The Fox News App The attack also came just days after Russia launched its largest-ever drone strike against Ukraine, firing 267 UAV's across Ukraine, according to the Ukrainian Air Force. Poland said it "is constantly monitoring the situation in the territory of Ukraine and remains in constant readiness to ensure the security of Polish airspace." Warsaw also pledged an additional $210 million in military aid to Ukraine on Tuesday, its 46th military aid package since the invasion began, bringing its support to roughly $4 billion in aid. Polish Defense Minister Wladyslaw Kosiniak-Kamysz did not confirm what arms would be included in the package, though he did note it will encompass training for troops. Us Votes Against Condemning Russia For Ukraine War As Trump Admin Chases Peace Deal "We will train the Ukrainian military," the minister said, reported the Kyiv Independent. "Out of 80-90,000 soldiers trained by the EU countries, Poland has trained about a third – 28,000 soldiers." Western leaders and allied nations, like Japan and Turkey, on Monday descended upon Kyiv for a summit in support of Ukraine on the third anniversary of the start of the war. According to a post on X by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Tuesday, "Over 40 leaders of states, institutions, and international organizations, both in person and online, have reaffirmed their support for Ukraine and Ukrainians." "New aid packages have been announced: weapons, air defense systems, financial and humanitarian assistance, investments in defense production, and sanctions against the aggressor," he added. Zelenskyy's post was accompanied by the flags of 36 other nations who were represented at the summit, and notably, the American flag was not listed, highlighting the divisions that have erupted between Kyiv and Washington since the Trump administration re-entered the White House. Though special envoy to Ukraine and Russia, retired Lt. General Keith Kellogg, was in Ukraine last week and met with Zelenskyy, it does not appear any American representative was present for the summit. The only other NATO nations not to attend the summit were Portugal, North Macedonia and Hungary, while non-NATO nations like Austria, Ireland and Malta were present. "Our unity with all who value freedom and life remains unshakable," Zelenskyy said. "Support for Ukraine does not stop, and together we are bringing closer the day when true peace for Ukraine will be restored. We thank everyone who stands with Ukraine and our people."Original article source: NATO nation Poland scrambles air defenses as Russia strikes western Ukraine
