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Poland says its airspace was not violated during Russian attacks on Ukraine

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Posted on May 13, 2026

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· Last updated: May 13, 2026

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Poland Confirms Its Airspace Remained Secure Amid Russian Strikes on Ukraine

Polish Military Response to Russian Strikes on Ukraine

Preventative Military Aviation Operations

WARSAW, May 13 (Reuters) - Military aviation operations undertaken in Polish airspace as a preventative measure due to Russian strikes on Ukraine have ended, the Polish army said on Wednesday, adding that no violation of the NATO member's airspace was recorded.

Return to Standard Operations

"Ground-based air defence and radar reconnaissance systems that were activated have returned to standard operational activities," the Operational Command of the Polish Armed Forces wrote on X.

Reporting and Editorial Credits

(Reporting by Alan Charlish; editing by Philippa Fletcher)

Key Takeaways

  • Poland activated ground‑based air defence and radar systems as a precaution during Russian attacks on Ukraine, but detected no incursions into its airspace (pap.pl).
  • Military aviation operations—including NATO aircraft deployment—have ended, with air defence and radar systems returned to normal operations (investing.com).
  • This marks continued vigilance amid repeated regional tensions, though in previous incidents (e.g., September 2025), Poland did record drone incursions and directed a defensive response (military.com)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Did Russian attacks on Ukraine violate Polish airspace?
No, the Polish army confirmed that no violation of Polish airspace occurred during the Russian strikes on Ukraine.
What measures did Poland take during the Russian attacks on Ukraine?
Poland conducted military aviation operations within its airspace and activated ground-based air defence and radar reconnaissance systems as a preventative measure.
Has Poland ended its heightened military aviation operations?
Yes, the Polish army has concluded the special military aviation operations and all air defence and radar systems have returned to standard activities.
What did the Operational Command of the Polish Armed Forces communicate?
They stated on X that air defence and radar systems were activated and have now returned to normal operations, emphasizing there was no airspace violation.

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