All articles tagged with #russian drones
Originally Published 3 months ago — by The New York Times
President Trump directed top U.S. military commanders to focus on domestic issues rather than international conflicts involving Ukraine, Taiwan, or NATO allies, highlighting a shift in military priorities.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Business Insider
A Dutch F-35 stealth fighter shot down Russian drones over Polish airspace, marking the first time NATO aircraft have downed Russian aircraft within alliance airspace, and was marked with a new kill symbol resembling Russian attack drones.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by CNN
UK fighter jets flew over Poland as part of NATO's Operation Eastern Sentry to bolster eastern defenses following Russian drone violations of Polish airspace, marking a significant escalation in tensions and NATO's response to Russian military activities in the region.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by BBC
British RAF jets conducted their first Nato air defense mission over Poland in response to Russian drone incursions, demonstrating allied support and readiness to defend eastern NATO members amid escalating tensions with Russia.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by The New York Times
Poland scrambled NATO jets to intercept and shoot down Russian drones that entered its airspace, marking the first time since WWII that Polish forces engaged an enemy in their airspace, amid escalating Russian provocations aimed at probing Western defenses and testing NATO resolve.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by politico.eu
Polish authorities intercepted a drone over government buildings in Warsaw, detaining two Belarusian citizens, amid heightened tensions following Russian drone incursions into Polish airspace, prompting NATO to bolster eastern defenses with the launch of the 'Eastern Sentry' mission.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by BBC
UK RAF Typhoon fighter jets will join NATO allies in defending Polish airspace following a Russian drone incursion, marking a significant escalation in tensions and the first direct engagement of NATO with Russian drones since Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The deployment aims to deter further aggression and bolster eastern NATO defenses, with support from other European nations.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Semafor
US stocks hit record highs amid expectations of rate cuts and tax cuts, while geopolitical tensions rise with Russian drone incursions and US-China trade negotiations. The US and UK sign a nuclear deal, and political upheavals continue in Nepal and Brazil. Meanwhile, economic indicators show mixed signals, with inflation easing and global conflicts impacting regional stability.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by ABC News
Poland has authorized a permanent NATO troop deployment as part of the new 'Eastern Sentry' operation to defend against Russian drone incursions, following recent violations in Poland and neighboring countries, with NATO enhancing its deterrence and defense measures along its eastern border.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by BBC
Romania reported the detection of a Russian drone in its airspace, marking the second NATO country to experience such an incursion amid ongoing tensions related to the Ukraine conflict. The drone was monitored near Ukraine's border during military surveillance, with no immediate danger posed. Poland also reported shooting down Russian drones, highlighting increased aerial threats from Russia in the region. Western leaders, including Zelensky and Trump, have called for stronger sanctions and military readiness in response to these incursions.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by politico.eu
NATO responded to a serious security breach when Russian drones entered Polish airspace, prompting high alert and military interception, with over two dozen drones eventually shot down or crashing, marking one of the most significant incidents in decades.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by politico.eu
Denmark has chosen a Franco-Italian air defense system over the US Patriots, marking a setback for Trump. Meanwhile, Poland and other European countries are accusing Russia of intentionally targeting them with drones, highlighting NATO's current lack of cost-effective countermeasures. France plans to send Rafale jets to protect Polish airspace, and the European Commission is advocating for a 'drone wall' and forming a drone alliance with Ukraine to counter Russian threats.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Reuters
Poland confirmed that the recent Russian drone incursions into its airspace were deliberate, contradicting U.S. President Trump's suggestion that the incident might have been accidental, and NATO allies supported Poland's response by shooting down the drones, prompting a UN Security Council meeting.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by DW
NATO aircraft shot down Russian drones over Poland for the first time, prompting widespread condemnation of Russia and support for Poland, though the US response was cautious, raising concerns about NATO unity and US commitment amid Kremlin provocations. The incident highlights the need for increased defense measures and strategic coordination among allies.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by CNN
Poland invoked NATO Article 4 after Russian drones breached its airspace during an attack on Ukraine, prompting NATO to discuss collective security measures. This marks a significant escalation and the first time NATO has fired shots in the conflict since the Ukraine war began, with Poland calling the incident a Russian provocation and seeking alliance support.