Poland has started preventive military aviation operations. This was reported by Qazaqyia.kz citing Reuters.
The decision was made as Russia strikes Ukraine. Poland's army made a corresponding statement.
The operations are reported to be preventive in nature. The start of the military aviation operations is seen as a response to the strikes carried out by Russia against Ukraine.
The statement from Poland's army did not provide additional details about the specific goals and scope of the operations. However, it noted that the step was taken in connection with Russia's military actions against Ukraine.
There have also been earlier reports that Poland scrambled its military aviation over Russia's strikes on Ukraine. However, this time the operations are described as preventive.
Poland, as a state bordering Ukraine, pays special attention to Russia's military actions. The military aviation operations are being conducted to ensure the security of the country's territory.
No official reaction from the Russian side to this statement has been published yet. There is also no information about specific reactions from the international community.
The statement from Poland's army did not specify how long the operations will last or which forces will be involved. However, it is known that the step was taken as an operational response to Russia's strikes.