Warsaw Drone Incident: Belarusian Nationals Detained Amid Soaring Regional Tensions
Warsaw Drone Incident: Belarusian Nationals Detained Amid Soaring Regional Tensions

Poland’s State Protection Service (SOP) has successfully neutralized a drone flying over sensitive government buildings in Warsaw, Prime Minister Donald Tusk announced. The incident, which has led to the detention of two Belarusian citizens, comes amidst a period of significantly heightened regional tensions. Police have launched a full investigation into the drone’s origin and purpose.
This latest incident follows a series of recent airspace violations across the region. Just last Wednesday, Poland reported a record 19 drone incursions, believed to be from Russia. Similarly, Romania condemned “irresponsible actions” by Moscow after a Russian drone allegedly entered its airspace on Saturday evening, prompting the scrambling of fighter jets.
In response to the escalating threats, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte announced the “Eastern Sentry” program last Friday, specifically designed to deter Russian incursions and demonstrate robust solidarity with frontline nations like Poland. Rutte emphasized that such airspace violations, whether intentional or not, are “unacceptable” and underscored the Alliance’s commitment to defending every member. Ukraine has also offered to send a team to Poland to provide anti-drone training, highlighting the collaborative effort to enhance regional security.
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