NATO deployed fighter jets in Poland as Russian drones intensified attacks on Ukraine. The escalation followed Vladimir Putin’s renewed aggression post a brief ceasefire, launching a prolonged air assault involving various types of drones. Ukrainian Air Force reported downing or disrupting 111 out of 139 drones by 8 am local time.
Video footage captured a Russian drone crashing into a building in Lutsk, with unconfirmed reports suggesting it targeted a Ukrainian security outpost. In response to the significant drone attack, the Operational Command of the Polish Armed Forces initiated military aviation operations in the airspace, activating necessary resources and forces.
Duty fighters, helicopters, and ground-based defense systems are on high alert to secure the airspace, particularly in threatened areas. The Operational Command continues to monitor the situation closely, with readiness to respond promptly to any developments.
Overnight strikes by Russian forces in the Dnipropetrovsk region resulted in eight fatalities and 11 injuries, while nearly 30 attacks occurred across three districts. In Rivne, a strike on a residential building caused two deaths and four injuries. Additionally, a nine-month-old girl in Kryvi Rih sustained severe leg injuries from the conflict.
Despite Putin’s claim that the war is ending, recent attacks contradict this statement. The Kremlin reiterated a call for Zelensky to surrender part of Donetsk for negotiation purposes, suggesting a ceasefire could follow. However, Ukraine has rejected this proposal, opting to continue its stance.
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