Polish military reports increased drone activity on Belarus border on January 21, 2026, but states no threat to airspace security.
Increased Drone Activity
As reported by the military, on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, in the evening hours, increased activity of small-sized unmanned aerial vehicles was noted in the area of the Polish-Belarusian border. The drones operated near the border.
This activity was continuously monitored by military radar systems. No threat to the security of Polish airspace was detected, according to the communiqué of the Operational Command of the Armed Forces.
Hybrid Warfare Actions
The military points out that these types of events are not treated as incidental. These types of incidents fit into hybrid actions taken by the Belarusian side, according to the communiqué.
Their goal is not just observation. The objective is to destabilize the security situation and test the Polish airspace defense system, it was conveyed.
Military Readiness on Eastern Border
The Command assures that the situation on the eastern border of the country remains under full control. The Operational Command of the Armed Forces, along with subordinate forces and means, continuously monitors the situation on the eastern border.
The military remains in constant readiness to ensure the security of Polish airspace, as noted in the communiqué.