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NATO announces plan to strengthen Europe’s eastern flank

NATO announces plan to strengthen Europe’s eastern flank

Summary

NATO announced a new plan called Eastern Sentry to strengthen security in eastern Europe, following a Russian drone incident in Polish airspace. The initiative will involve military support from several NATO countries, and aims to enhance defense in collaboration with countries like Denmark, France, the UK, and Germany. The United Nations Security Council will discuss the incident at Poland's request.

Key Facts

  • NATO has initiated Eastern Sentry to improve security along its eastern European borders.
  • The plan comes after Russian drones entered Polish airspace, leading NATO to respond by sending fighter jets.
  • The initiative will include various military resources from countries such as Denmark, France, the UK, and Germany.
  • NATO is still investigating if Russia intentionally violated Polish airspace.
  • The focus is on providing flexible defense measures where they are most needed.
  • France's President Macron announced the deployment of three Rafale fighter jets to Poland.
  • Poland's Defense Minister expressed gratitude for NATO’s quick response.
  • The United Nations Security Council is set to discuss the incident at Poland's request.

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