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.
The presidents of France and the USA discussed the invasion of Russian drones into Poland and Israeli strikes in Qatar. The parties emphasized the importance of close cooperation for peace and security.
Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski discussed with his Ukrainian counterpart Andriy Sybiha the possibility of involving NATO countries in intercepting Russian drones over Ukraine. Polish pilots have limitations regarding civilian safety, so no decision has been made yet.
Poland receives military aid from allies after overnight Russian drone attacks. Sweden urgently dispatches air defense systems and aircraft, while the Netherlands supplies multi-layered defense systems and military personnel.
Polish politician Adam Stanisław Szłapka stated that Russia is responsible for the drone attack on Poland on September 10. He urged not to spread disinformation and to trust only official sources.
16 Russian drones were detected in Poland after a night raid. One of them fell on a Territorial Defense unit, another damaged the roof of an outbuilding.
Polish President Karol Nawrocki held a conversation with Donald Trump regarding Russian drone airspace violations. Ukraine offered Poland assistance in countering Russian drones.
Polish President Karol Nawrocki is negotiating with US President Donald Trump. This is happening against the backdrop of Russian drone attacks on Poland.
Ukraine is ready to help Poland counter Russian drones by providing technology, training, and intelligence. This comes after nearly two dozen Russian drones entered Polish airspace.
General Keith Kellogg, Trump's special envoy, was en route to Poland when the Russian drone attack began. He will continue his trip, with Ukraine as the final destination.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Russia's drone attack on Poland could be part of joint exercises between Belarus and Russia. Poland recorded 19 incursions by Russian drones, NATO activated Article 4.
The Ukrainian Foreign Minister discussed with his French counterpart the intensification of Russian terror and drone incursions into Poland. Ukraine calls for a strong Western reaction and the provision of additional air defense systems.
President Zelenskyy offered Poland assistance and training in shooting down Russian drones, including "Shaheds. " This occurred after 19 Russian drones entered Polish airspace.
Polish Deputy Prime Minister Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz held talks with defense ministers of allied countries, including Ukraine. They assured support for Poland's decisive actions after the Russian drone attack.
Donald Trump reacted to the violation of Polish airspace by Russian drones. NATO activated Article 4 of the North Atlantic Treaty.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk will hold talks with the presidents of Ukraine, France, the NATO Secretary General, and the prime ministers of Italy and Great Britain. This comes amid recent incidents involving Russian drones and the redeployment of Polish troops to the border with Belarus.
Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski stated that the appearance of 19 drones in the country's airspace cannot be a coincidence, and NATO air defense forces have been tested. He also noted that this is an unprecedented violation of EU and NATO space, and discussions will take place at the highest level.
In the suburbs of Vilnius on September 10, wagons with liquefied gas caught fire, causing explosions and smoke over the city. One person was injured, the causes of the incident are being investigated.
US President Donald Trump will hold talks with Polish President Karol Nawrocki. This will happen against the backdrop of Russian drone attacks on Poland.
Ukrainian Defense Minister Denys Shmyhal met in London with representatives of the E5 countries. Priority issues discussed included strengthening air defense, joint arms production, and obtaining long-range capabilities.
