Poland says Russian Mi-8 helicopter crossed into its airspace for 42 seconds

bbc.co.uk

Poland reported that a Russian Mi-8 military helicopter violated its airspace on Wednesday, crossing from Kaliningrad for 42 seconds and prompting NATO member Poland to scramble fighter jets. The incursion occurred north of Braniewo, penetrating about 300 meters, with Polish forces tracking the aircraft by radar. Poland's military characterized the event as Russia testing its air defense readiness, while Moscow did not immediately comment. The incident follows Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk's warning of intensified Russian hybrid threats against NATO's eastern flank, and comes amid broader tensions over Russia's 2022 invasion of Ukraine, with Moscow denying plans to attack NATO states.


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