Poland Reinforces Border with Ukraine Amid Growing Security Concerns Across Europe
- On Tuesday, Polish Defense Minister Wladyslaw Kosiniak-Kamysz announced that Poland is reinforcing security at its border with Ukraine after Russian drone strikes near crossings heightened concerns among NATO allies.
- Soldiers of the 18th Engineer Regiment are currently carrying out reinforcement tasks following two weekend strikes, one of which hit a train transporting Western officials traveling in the area.
- Earlier Tuesday, Lithuanian officials confirmed a drone was shot down in their airspace, while Italian Defense Minister Guido Crosetto said an Italian NATO fighter jet neutralized the craft, which likely originated from Russia.
- Following a Monday incident where a Russian warship fired emergency flares at a Danish military helicopter, Ukrainian Minister of Foreign Affairs Andrii Sybiha expressed support for Denmark in the wake of Russia's "provocative and unacceptable action."
- NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte said Monday the strikes reflect Russian President Vladimir Putin's "desperation" and desire "to sow fear and terror," pledging to bolster the 32-nation alliance's defenses along the Eastern Flank.
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Poland is strengthening the protection of checkpoints on the border with Ukraine after Russian attacks. The military establishes fortifications and equips guard posts.
EADaily, September 15, 2026. Poland is strengthening border crossings at the border with Ukraine due to Russian attacks on targets in the west of Ukraine, as announced by Head of the Ministry of Defence Vladislav Kosinyak-Kamish on social network X.
Poland reinforces border with Ukraine amid growing security concerns across Europe
Polish Defense Minister Wladyslaw Kosiniak-Kamysz announced Tuesday that the country is reinforcing security at its border with Ukraine after Russian drone strikes near crossings heightened concerns among NATO allies.
This after a train with more than 200 people on board - according to Ukrainian authorities - was hit by an attack launched on Sunday.
POLAND is intensively strengthening its security infrastructure and building fortifications on its border with Ukraine in response to recent Russian drone attacks.
Polish authorities have decided to significantly strengthen the security of border checkpoints and infrastructure on the border with Ukraine due to the growing threat from Russia. 15 September 2026
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