Massive Russian drone attack. Poland shot down targets, NATO informed

The Polish air defence responded to an unprecedented incidental – a crucial number of Russian drones flew over the territory of our country. The machines that posed the threat were shot down by Polish and allied air forces. This is the first case of the demolition of NATO drones.

– All systems, all resources available for the safety of the Polish state were launched. All the alliance procedures have besides worked. We are in control of the situation – provided the Minister of National Defence and Deputy Prime Minister Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz.

The head of the MON thanked Polish pilots and soldiers, as well as the Air Force of the Kingdom of the Netherlands and another NATO allies who provided support in the operation. As he stressed, the president and the Prime Minister were informed of developments from the beginning.

The minister called for peace and caution in the case of uncovering the remains of the machines shot down. It's a large-scale provocation. The remains of the drones must be secured. If anyone notices them, they should study it to the police," Kosiniak-Kamish said.

Due to the actions of Polish and allied aviation, the airspace over the airports was temporarily closed. “It was essential to clear the operating field,” the minister explained.

The head of the MON informed that he had intensive talks with defence ministers, including the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, Finland, Sweden and the Baltic States. The case was besides discussed in the structures of the North Atlantic Alliance.

An extraordinary gathering of the Council of Ministers is underway. Prime Minister Donald Tusk stressed that all threats had been neutralized and Poland remained in close contact with NATO's allies and secretary-general.

Kosiniak-Kamysz assured that the state was full operational and that further safety decisions would be taken on an ongoing basis.

Prime Minister Donald Tusk reported that the procedures worked correctly, and the decision-making process went smoothly. “The threat was eliminated thanks to the firm attitude of the commanders, our soldiers, pilots and allies,” said the head of the government, stressing good cooperation with president Andrzej Duda.

Two shot down drones were found in Lublin Voivodeship: in the village of Czosnówka close Biała Podlaska and in the village of Wyryki in Włodawski County. 1 of them damaged the roof of the flat building. No 1 got hurt.

In connection with the incidental at night, Polish airports were temporarily closed, as the Prime Minister pointed out, not due to attacks on civilian infrastructure, but to guarantee the safety of military operations. Airports are presently systematically opened, although delays may occur.

Donald Tusk stressed that NATO takes the event very seriously. “We are in constant contact with NATO’s allies and secretary-general. This is most likely a large-scale provocation, but we will be equally effective in the following hours and days," the Prime Minister said.

The search continues for remains of shot down drones and an extraordinary government gathering on the situation.

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