Vladimir Putin recently violated NATO airspace when he spotted a group of 19 drones over Poland, while Russia was carrying out an attack against Ukraine.
Breaking News: Poland said it had shot down Russian drones that entered its airspace during strikes on Ukraine, calling the incursions an “act of aggression.”
— The New York Times (@nytimes.com) 2025-09-10T04:51:48.522252Z
The Polish army was forced to shoot down the drones, while Prime Minister Donald Tusk called Russia’s actions a « large-scale provocation » against NATO territory.
According to the New York Times, Donald Tusk underscored the seriousness of Russia’s move by declaring:
« The situation is serious. »
Tusk added that NATO had to prepare for all scenarios, recalling that this was the first incursion into Alliance territory since the war in Ukraine began in 2022:
« No one doubts that we must prepare for various scenarios. »
The Polish Prime Minister said the incident placed the country « closest we have been to open conflict ».
Tusk clarified, however, that there was no reason to say Poland was « on the brink of war », adding nonetheless:
« A line has been crossed. »