World · 7 August 2026

Poland may intercept Russian missiles in Ukraine to secure its airspace

Poland is thinking about intercepting Russian missiles in Ukrainian airspace to stop them from entering Polish territory. Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski said it needs a serious discussion, not political arguments, as Ukraine lacks missile protection. A Russian cruise missile entered Polish airspace on July 30, 2026, during an attack on Ukraine.

By BriefTea Editorial · 7 August 2026 at 5:58

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