In connection with strikes by the Russian Federation on targets in Ukraine, military aviation has been activated in Polish airspace, and ground-based air defense systems have been put on alert, the Operational Command of the Polish Armed Forces reported.
“In accordance with existing procedures, the Operational Commander of the Republic of Poland has activated the necessary forces and assets at his disposal. Fighter jets were scrambled, and ground-based air defense and radar reconnaissance systems were put on alert,” the statement said.
These actions are preventive in nature and aimed at ensuring the security of Polish airspace, especially in areas adjacent to threatened zones.
“The Operational Command of the Armed Forces is monitoring the current situation, and the subordinate forces and assets are in readiness for an immediate response,” the statement noted.