Missile detected in Polish airspace as Russian strikes kill eight in Ukraine
At least eight people were killed in overnight Russian strikes across Ukraine, and a missile was briefly detected entering Polish airspace during the attack. Poland's military said it was monitoring the situation in coordination with NATO allies. The incident renewed concerns about the proximity of Russian strikes to NATO territory.
At least eight people were killed and many more wounded in overnight Russian strikes across Ukraine. Radar data showed a missile briefly crossed into Polish airspace during the wave of attacks.
Poland's armed forces confirmed the incident and said they were monitoring the situation in coordination with NATO allies. Officials said the missile did not land on Polish territory but that the incursion was being taken seriously. Similar airspace violations have occurred before, each prompting a NATO response.
The incident renewed concerns about the proximity of Russia's strikes on Ukraine to neighboring NATO member states. Ukrainian officials said the attacks also hit civilian areas and that damage assessments were ongoing.
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