Russian Helicopter Briefly Crosses Into Polish Airspace

themoscowtimes.com

A Russian military helicopter briefly entered Polish airspace from the Kaliningrad exclave, according to Polish military officials on Wednesday. The incursion prompted a response from Polish forces. The Mi-8 helicopter remained in Polish airspace for 42 seconds, reaching a maximum depth of about 300 meters. Poland scrambled fighter aircraft and kept ground forces on standby, with officials stating the incident suggests Russia is testing NATO air defense readiness. Poland, a NATO member, maintains heightened alert due to Russia's war in Ukraine. The Russian Embassy in Warsaw did not immediately respond to a Reuters request for comment.


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