A sudden rise in regional tensions pushed Poland to mobilize jets and radar assets, testing readiness along the eastern border.
In Poland that evening, combat aircraft were scrambled and ground-based reconnaissance and air defense systems were put on heightened readiness in response to Russia’s rocket attack on Ukraine.
“Due to the activity of the Russian Federation’s long-range aviation, which has been striking Ukraine, military aviation began operating in Poland’s airspace. In accordance with current procedures, the Operational Command of the Polish Armed Forces mobilized the necessary forces and assets that are available. A standby pair of fighters and a radar reconnaissance aircraft were launched into the air, and ground air defense and radar reconnaissance systems were brought to the highest state of readiness
– The Operational Command of the Polish Armed Forces
According to the press service, the measures are preventive in nature and aimed at ensuring the safety of the airspace, particularly near the threat zone.
The Operational Command of the Polish Armed Forces emphasizes that they are monitoring the situation, and the subordinate forces and assets remain fully ready for immediate response.
Such actions demonstrate Poland’s readiness to quickly adapt its military capabilities to potential threats in the region and ensure the security of the country’s airspace.