Poland scrambles planes due to Russian air activity

Poland has scrambled military aircraft in response to the observed activity of Russian aviation, the Operational Command of the Polish Armed Forces wrote on X.

"Attention, due to the activity of long-range aviation of the Russian Federation carrying out strikes on objects located, among others, in western Ukraine, military aviation has begun operating in Polish airspace. In accordance with applicable procedures, the Operational Commander of the RSZ (Armed Forces General Command) activated all available forces and resources at his disposal, and ground-based air defense and radar reconnaissance systems reached a state of readiness. The steps taken are aimed at ensuring safety in areas bordering the threatened areas. The Operational Command of the Armed Forces is monitoring the current situation, and its subordinate forces and resources remain in full readiness for immediate response."