NATO's Eastern Flank Makes Plans for Wartime Footing
Summary
Poland is preparing new laws and expanding its military to get ready for a possible conflict, amid warnings from NATO that Russia might attack or use hybrid warfare against alliance members soon. NATO countries near Russia have faced various incidents like drone strikes and airspace violations, increasing concerns about security in the region.Key Facts
- Poland is drafting a law to improve defense and security coordination during a "pre-war period."
- Poland plans to grow its army to 300,000 active soldiers and 200,000 reservists by 2039.
- Poland spends over 4.81% of its GDP on defense, the highest in NATO by that measure.
- NATO warns Russia could increase hybrid warfare, including cyberattacks and information campaigns, or try a small land grab.
- Hybrid warfare means attacks that avoid open fighting, like hitting power grids or spreading false information.
- Several incidents include drone attacks near Poland, a fire at a Ukrainian-linked satellite site in Poland, and a Russian helicopter crossing Polish airspace.
- Polish officials expect more drone and missile intrusions into NATO airspace soon.
- Poland will increase military flights to respond to what it calls Russian provocations targeting areas once seen as safe.
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