US President Donald Trump said that the invasion of Russian drones into Polish airspace might have been a mistake, but he is unhappy with the situation. Five of the 19 drones that violated Polish airspace were heading towards a NATO base.
Poland is deploying about 40,000 soldiers to its borders with Belarus and Russia. This is due to the anticipated Zapad-2025 military exercises and incidents involving Russian drones.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk stated that the country would adequately respond to any attacks. This also applies to airspace violations, for which Russia is held responsible.
NATO is developing military and political measures in response to the invasion of Russian drones into Poland. Several allied countries have already pledged assistance, including air defense systems and fighter jets.
French President Emmanuel Macron announced the deployment of three Rafale fighter jets to protect Poland's airspace. This decision was made after Russian drones violated Polish airspace on September 10.
The foreign ministers of Lithuania, Poland, and Ukraine condemned the incursion of Russian drones into Polish territory. They call for strengthening Ukraine's air defense and NATO's eastern flank.
Poland is closing all border crossing points with Belarus, including road and rail, starting September 12. Russia views this as Warsaw's desire to escalate tensions in Central Europe.
Germany will strengthen its presence on NATO's eastern border and expand air patrolling over Poland. This decision was made in response to the incursion of Russian drones into Poland.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk has agreed to send military representatives to Ukraine to train in drone countermeasures. This decision was made after a Russian drone attack on Poland.
During the massive attack on Ukraine on September 10, 19 Russian drones violated Polish airspace. Five of them were heading for a NATO base through which the Alliance supplies military aid to Ukraine.
The EU's High Representative for Foreign Affairs predicts at least two more years of war in Ukraine. She points to the weakness of European diplomacy and the lack of consensus.
Belarus released over 50 foreign prisoners, including citizens of six countries. Negotiations for their release were conducted with the participation of a US delegation.
European media called the use of expensive F-35 missiles to shoot down cheap Russian drones a "catastrophe. " The cost of one AIM-9 Sidewinder missile is over 400,000 euros, while a "Shahed" costs only a few thousand.
Ukraine is preparing to host the Crimean Platform summit and a summit on the return of Ukrainian children on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly. The meetings will take place at the end of September.
Ukraine is closely monitoring the Russian-Belarusian exercises "Zapad-2025", which have already begun on the territory of Belarus. Volodymyr Zelenskyy noted that a Russian drone attack on Poland could be part of these exercises.
Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary stated that the incident with Russian drones in Poland is an ongoing problem for airlines. This reduces Ryanair's flight punctuality to 60%, and disruptions have spread to Scandinavia, the Baltics, and Germany.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy compared the Russian "Shahed" drone attack on Poland to the annexation of Crimea in 2014. He noted that Russia could have attacked Poland to disrupt the transfer of air defense systems to Ukraine and to test NATO's reaction.
President Zelenskyy explained that Polish Patriot systems are ineffective against massive UAV attacks due to the high cost of missiles. He noted that Ukraine is ready to help Poland counter Russian drones.
The presidents of Ukraine and Finland discussed Russia's attack on Poland, Ukraine's European integration, and the "shelter coalition. " Zelenskyy expects the 19th package of EU sanctions against Russia.
The Saeima of Latvia is considering a draft decision on the temporary complete closure of the border with Russia and Belarus during military exercises. The decision was supported by the majority of deputies but caused discussions regarding economic consequences and real threats.
Latvia closes its airspace in the eastern border region from September 11 to September 18. This decision was made after assessing the NSS and events in Poland, which constitute a violation of NATO airspace.
The foreign ministers of Lithuania, Poland, and Ukraine condemned the invasion of Polish territory by Russian drones, calling it a deliberate provocation and a threat to regional security. They called for intelligence sharing and strengthening of air defense.
The European Union strongly condemns the deliberate violation of the airspace of an EU member state by Russian drones on September 10. The EU will strengthen sanctions against Russia and provide support to Poland.
Poland convened an emergency meeting of the UN Security Council due to the violation of its airspace by Russian UAVs. The Prime Minister of Poland recorded 19 incursions, and Russian drones were shot down during an attack on Ukraine.
Poland is restricting air traffic in the east of the country along the borders with Belarus and Ukraine from September 10 to December 9. The flight ban is in effect due to the detection of 16 Russian drones on Polish territory.
Latvia is considering closing its airspace near the eastern border due to increasing threats, including drone provocations. This will allow avoiding risky routes for civil aviation and speed up military response.
Lithuania's Foreign Minister stated that the incursion of Russian drones into NATO airspace could lead to escalation. This happened after Poland shot down Russian drones that crossed its border.
Brent and WTI oil prices fell amid rising crude oil and gasoline inventories in the US, which exacerbates the risks of oversupply. Weak demand and a slowing US economy are putting pressure on oil markets, despite geopolitical risks.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated that the invasion of Polish airspace by Russian drones was a deliberate provocation by the Kremlin. He emphasized the need for a significant improvement in NATO's air defense.
Swedish Defense Minister Pål Jonson stated that Europe has little time to prepare for a new war with Russia. He noted that Russia could launch a limited invasion of the North-Baltic region within two to five years.
