Summary
Poland plans to strengthen 125 miles of its border with new defenses by the end of the year. This effort is part of Poland's Eastern Shield initiative to protect against potential Russian advancements. These fortifications will include a mix of natural and man-made barriers.
Key Facts
- Poland aims to build new defenses along 125 miles of its border with Russia and Belarus by the end of the year.
- The project is part of Poland's Eastern Shield initiative to secure NATO territory near Russia.
- The defenses will include trenches, anti-tank obstacles, anti-drone systems, and shelters.
- About 38% of Poland's eastern and northern borders will have these defenses by year-end.
- Poland is NATO's top military spender in terms of GDP.
- NATO has increased its military presence along its eastern edge, including in Poland, in response to Russian activities.
- The Baltic states (Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania) are also building defenses along their borders.
