A military drone exploded in Osiny early Wednesday night, injuring nearby buildings and sparking debate over its origins, with officials noting a cryptic Korean‑language message on the wreckage.
Prosecutor’s Findings
Prosecutor Grzegorz Trusiewicz said the scale of the explosive damage made it impossible to identify the drone’s manufacturer or variety. He noted that the largest recovered component bore a “likely Korean‑language note,” but no definitive producer could be pinpointed. Investigations will continue to collect evidence that can conclusively establish the drone’s source and its country of origin.
Statement on Russian Provocation
Vice‑Premier Władysław Kosiniak‑Kamysz condemned what he called a Russian provocation, describing the drone as a Russian Shahed variant. He warned that the attack came at a critical juncture amid peace talks, threatening NATO security and slowing hopes for a swift end to the war against Ukraine.
General Malinowski’s Assessment
General Dariusz Malinowski stated the object was a “mission drone” that carried a destructive module rather than a combat payload. He confirmed it was highly detectable, likely operating at low altitude to avoid Polish radar, and that its engine was a widely available Chinese model with a relatively light charge on board.
Explosion Details in Osiny
At roughly 2 a.m. on Wednesday, fragments of a military drone fell onto a cornfield near Osiny in Łuków County. The device exploded, breaking windows and damaging nearby structures. Preliminary radar checks found no breach of Polish airspace from Ukraine or Belarus.
Source: Gazeta,
