NATO Nation Scrambles Fighter Jets After Russian Missile Strikes [View all]
Source: Newsweek
Published Dec 25, 2024 at 5:59 AM EST Updated Dec 25, 2024 at 4:19 PM EST
What's New
Poland scrambled fighter jets early Christmas morning in response to Russian missile attacks targeting Ukraine, according to the Operational Command of the Polish Armed Forces.
The command announced on X, formerly Twitter, that fighters were scrambled and ground-based air defense systems placed on high alert near Poland's border with Ukraine. Newsweek has contacted Poland's Ministry of National Defense and Russia's Ministry of Defense for comment.
Why It Matters
Amid the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, tensions along NATO's eastern flank are high because of the risks posed by Russian military actions near the borders of alliance member states.
NATO member Poland has repeatedly taken measures to safeguard its airspace and maintain readiness amid the conflict in Ukraine.
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