The war between Russia and Ukraine is now affecting Poland's air security. Poland's armed forces began precautionary military air operations on Saturday to protect the country's airspace, while Russia continued its strikes on Ukraine. The country's air defence and radar surveillance systems have also been placed on alert.
The Polish military shared the information in a post on X. The move is intended to ensure the security of Polish airspace in view of a possible threat.
Poland on heightened alert
The Polish military said the steps had been taken as a precaution to safeguard its airspace. Under these operations, military aviation activity has begun so that the country is prepared to deal with any potential threat.
The move comes as Russia carries out attacks on Ukraine. It reflects Poland's vigilance over regional security. However, the information released by the military does not say whether any Russian aircraft has been confirmed to have entered Polish airspace.
Ground-based air defence also on alert
Alongside the air operations, Poland has instructed its ground-based air defence systems to be ready. According to the military, these systems have been placed on alert.
Such systems are used to monitor aerial threats and, if required, respond to them. Keeping them active is an important part of Poland's security preparedness.
The military has also readied its radar surveillance systems, which help monitor activity in the airspace. The aim of keeping the radar and air defence systems ready, along with the precautionary operations, is to identify any possible threat in good time.
Security remains in focus amid the war
The ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine has kept security concerns high across Eastern Europe. Amid Russian strikes on Ukraine, Poland has stepped up its military preparedness to protect its airspace. It has also not been made clear whether any emergency situation arose during these operations.