Norwegian pilots will be ready to shoot down Russian drones over Polish airspace, while NATO warns Russia not to exacerbate tensions, as the alliance positions F‑35 jets in Poland.
Norwegian Pilots Ready to Intercept Russian Drones
The Norwegian government said that pilots stationed after this month from Poznań will be prepared to shoot down Russian drones and aircraft that breach Polish airspace, according to the Polish Press Agency. The final decision to use force will rest with NATO command.
NATO Issues Warning to Russia
Deputy Minister of Defence Andreas Flaam confirmed that the military presence of allies in countries bordering Russia has clearly increased. NATO has issued a warning to Russia not to aggravate the situation; the alliance’s mission in Poland is primarily to defend against aerial threats to NATO territory and to intercept objects infringing Polish airspace.
F‑35 Jets Already Stationed in Poland
Dagsavisen reports that two Norwegian F‑35 jets are already in Poland, with two more fighters expected to arrive shortly.
Munich Migration Summit to Feature Polish Ministers
On Saturday, a migration summit convened by the head of Germany’s Ministry of the Interior (MSW) will be held in Munich. Poland is represented by Ministers Marcin Kierwiński and former minister Tomasz Siemoniak, who now focuses on coordinating special services.
Drones Threaten Critical Infrastructure, Police Enhance Response
Alexander Dobrindt invited European counterparts to discuss joint action against illegal immigration, unaware that Bavaria would become a drone target. The meeting was called in light of drones over critical infrastructure in Denmark, Norway, Poland and Germany, including over Munich airport last Thursday and Friday. Interior ministries are now emphasizing police units capable of swift reaction to suspicious UAVs.
