Summary
Poland sent fighter jets to protect its airspace after Russia launched drone and missile attacks on Ukraine, resulting in five deaths. Poland and other NATO members are staying alert due to the proximity of these attacks to NATO territory. Russia targeted various sites in Ukraine, and the international community is discussing how to respond to the crisis.
Key Facts
- Poland scrambled fighter jets to protect its airspace after Russian strikes on Ukraine.
- NATO members are responsible for defending each other under an agreement called Article 5.
- Russia launched over 50 missiles and 500 drones across Ukraine.
- Five people were killed in Ukraine, including a family near Lviv.
- Russia targeted Ukrainian military and energy facilities with long-range weapons.
- The Netherlands supported NATO air policing efforts in Poland.
- NATO countries are considering how they might increase pressure on Russia.
- Discussions about sending long-range Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine are ongoing.
