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Missile that left crater deep inside Poland was probably Russian - Polish PM

Missile that left crater deep inside Poland was probably Russian - Polish PM

Summary

A missile that created a large crater deep inside Poland near the village of Tarnawa Kolonia is believed to be a Russian Kh-101 missile. Polish officials are investigating to confirm the missile’s type and origin after it flew over Polish territory during Russian attacks on Ukraine.

Key Facts

  • The missile landed about 100 km from the Ukraine-Poland border near Tarnawa Kolonia.
  • Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said it was likely a Russian Kh-101 missile but they need full confirmation.
  • Ukraine’s acting Foreign Minister said the missile crossed into Poland during a Russian strike on Ukraine.
  • Poland detected the missile early Thursday and sent an F-16 jet to intercept it, but it disappeared from radar.
  • About 20 Russian drones and missiles have previously entered or landed in Poland since the war started in 2022.
  • Air raid sirens sounded in Polish towns nearby due to Russian attacks on Ukraine.
  • There were no reported casualties from the missile hitting Poland.
  • The incident is being taken seriously amid ongoing tensions related to the war in Ukraine.
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