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How is NATO responding to Russian drones over Poland?

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NATO has responded to Russian drone incursions over Poland by launching Operation Eastern Sentry, scrambling fighter jets, activating air defenses, and holding urgent consultations under Article 4. The alliance is reinforcing its eastern flank with contributions from several member states and considering further air defense enhancements.

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NATO bulks up defences on eastern flank after Russian drone incursion

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  • NATO launches Operation Eastern Sentry to reinforce its eastern borders. 6s
  • The operation follows a Russian drone incursion into Polish airspace.
  • Denmark, France, the UK, and Germany contribute military assets to the mission. 28s
  • Poland asserts the drone incursion was intentional and a breach of international law. 44s
  • Russia denies responsibility, while the US pledges to defend all NATO territory. 1m 5s
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NATO bulks up defences on eastern flank after Russian drone incursion
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France 24
4 hours ago
NATO bulks up defences on eastern flank after Russian drone incursion

NATO launches Operation Eastern Sentry to reinforce its eastern flank after Russian drones entered Polish airspace, with contributions from Denmark, France, the UK, and Germany.

NATO announces Eastern Sentry initiative for alliance's eastern flank
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Euronews
21 hours ago
NATO announces Eastern Sentry initiative for alliance's eastern flank

NATO's top military officer announces Operation Eastern Sentry after a Russian drone incursion into Poland, emphasizing the alliance's commitment to defend all member states.

Poland calls for UN meeting after Russian drone incursion
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Euronews
2 days ago
Poland calls for UN meeting after Russian drone incursion

Polish Prime Minister thanked soldiers and allies for repelling the Russian drone attack, and NATO experts see the incident as a test of alliance unity.

UN warns of 'real risk' Russia-Ukraine war could expand
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Africanews
2 days ago
UN warns of 'real risk' Russia-Ukraine war could expand

NATO jets shot down Russian drones over Poland during an attack on Ukraine, prompting urgent talks under Article 4 and a request for a UN Security Council meeting.

Fallout after Russian drone incursion into Poland's airspace
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CBS News
2 days ago
Fallout after Russian drone incursion into Poland's airspace

NATO allies scrambled warplanes to shoot down Russian drones in Poland; Poland enacted a limited no-fly zone and requested more U.S. Patriot missile systems and anti-drone defenses.

Europe on edge after Russian drones invade Polish airspace
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CBC News
3 days ago
Europe on edge after Russian drones invade Polish airspace

Nineteen Russian objects violated Polish airspace, with those deemed threats shot down with NATO's help. Poland requested consultations under Article 4, and allies are considering enhanced air defense.

Polish couple says Russian drone hit their house in "massive boom"
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CBS News
3 days ago
Polish couple says Russian drone hit their house in "massive boom"

NATO planes scrambled to intercept enemy targets in NATO airspace over Poland, with Polish F-16s, Dutch F-35s, Italian surveillance aircraft, and German Patriot systems involved.

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