Poland Heightens Alert Amid Russian Air Strikes

Poland scrambled its aircraft and activated its air defenses in response to Russian air strikes targeting western Ukraine, heightening concerns of the conflict's potential spread into Europe. This action reflects Poland's ongoing efforts to strengthen its eastern border as part of NATO's defensive posture. The Polish military maintained readiness for four hours but observed no violation of its airspace, standing down thereafter. The strikes on Ukraine led to air raid alerts across the country, with casualties reported in Kyiv and Sumy regions. These events coincide with US-Russia talks in Saudi Arabia, amid fears of shifting alliances as President Trump appears to seek direct negotiations with Russia, potentially bypassing European interests. The Polish actions underscore the heightened state of alert in the region and the broader geopolitical tensions involving NATO and Russian interests.