Polish Air force scramble again due to Russian drone in national airspace.

On the morning of September 4, the Polish military scrambled its fighter jets near the eastern border in response to airstrikes carried out by Russia against western Ukraine. According to a statement from the Operational Command of the Polish Armed Forces (DORSZ), shared on X (formerly Twitter), this scramble comes amid heightened tension for the Polish air defense system
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MIG-29 of Polish Air Force  (Picture source: Polish armed forces Social networks )

“This was another tense night for the entire Polish air defense system due to the observed activity of Russian long-range aircraft, which are striking targets, particularly in western Ukraine,” DORSZ reported.

This increase in military activity may lead to heightened noise levels in southeastern Poland due to operations by Polish and allied jets in the country’s airspace. These defense operations are a direct response to the perceived growing threats near the Polish-Ukrainian border.

A Persistent Aerial Threat

The Polish command also emphasized that the latest surge in Russian long-range aircraft activity was observed during the night of September 1-2. The Polish forces activated all necessary procedures to ensure the safety of their airspace and continue to closely monitor the situation.

This military response comes amid growing concern among the Polish population. A majority of Poles believe the military should shoot down any unidentified aerial objects over Polish territory, even if they are unsure about the nature of these objects.

On August 26, following a large-scale Russian attack on Ukraine, Poland reported a violation of its airspace by an "aerial object," likely a kamikaze drone. General Maciej Klisz, commander of the DORSZ, explained that the object was certainly not a missile based on its trajectory, speed, and altitude, and was likely a drone.

Drones in Polish Airspace

Sources within the Polish military, cited by national media, suggested that the suspicious object was a Shahed drone, of Iranian design, used by Russia in strikes against Ukraine. The drone reportedly remained in Polish airspace for at least 30 minutes before disappearing.

In response to these threats, Poland is strengthening its air defense measures and closely cooperating with NATO allies to monitor and secure its skies. This renewed tension highlights the persistent instability along Poland’s eastern border, as the conflict in Ukraine continues to have direct repercussions on neighboring countries.

By intensifying its air patrols and maintaining heightened vigilance, Poland is demonstrating its commitment to protecting its airspace and responding to the risks posed by Russian military activity, which is increasingly close to its borders.