A Russian X-101 missile probably flew into Polish airspace the day before - media
Kyiv • UNN
A Russian X-101 cruise missile violated Polish airspace for 39 seconds near the town of Ocerdow on March 24, forcing Poland to step up security measures and mobilize its air force.
A Russian X-101 missile most likely flew into Poland's airspace the day before, according to Chief of the General Staff of the country's Armed Forces Wieslaw Kukula, UNN reports with reference to Radio Liberty.
Asked whether it was a provocation or an accident, the general said that either option was possible, as Russian missiles are not very accurate and could have deviated from their course.
"Such targets on the border between the two countries are difficult in the sense of a dilemma of whether to shoot them down or not. Because the consequences of destruction on our side can cause unintended effects on the other side. And the same can happen when Ukraine shoots at such a missile. Such a missile could fall on the territory of Poland and cause certain consequences," Kukula said, commenting on why they decided not to shoot down the missile.
Recall
On March 24, in the morning, a Russian cruise missile violated Polish airspace for 39 seconds near the town of Ocerdow, forcing Poland to intensify security procedures and mobilize its air force.
