NATO Reinforces Eastern Front in Response to Russian Drone Incursion

Thu Oct 16 2025 15:23:42 GMT+0300 (Eastern European Summer Time)

In light of a recent drone incursion, several NATO countries are deploying troops and aircraft to bolster defenses in Poland, amidst rising tensions with Russia.

Following an unprecedented drone attack involving Russian drones flying into Polish airspace, NATO allies including Denmark, France, and Germany are mobilizing military resources. The acts are seen as a direct response to increased hostility, as the Kremlin downplays the incident while Poland and other allies prepare for potential further aggression.

More NATO countries will move their troops and fighter jets eastwards in response to Wednesday's unprecedented Russian drone incursion into Polish airspace.

Denmark, France, and Germany have joined a new mission to bolster the military alliance's eastern flank. Other NATO allies are expected to take part later.

It came as the Kremlin said on Friday that peace talks with Kyiv were on 'pause', with spokesman Dmitry Peskov saying: 'You can't wear rose-tinted glasses and expect that the negotiation process will yield immediate results.'

Political tensions have been high across Europe after Poland reported that 19 Russian drones had flown through its airspace on Wednesday. Some were shot down, while others crashed into fields and even a house in eastern Poland.

Russia's military stated it had 'no plans to target facilities' in Poland; however, Polish and European leaders believe the incursion may have been a deliberate act.

The Danish defense ministry confirmed Denmark will contribute two F-16 fighter jets and a warship to support Poland's air defense. Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen emphasized the importance of their contribution, stating: 'Denmark fully supports Poland in this situation... Putin will stop at nothing, and he is testing us.'

Furthermore, France is set to contribute three Rafale fighter jets and Germany will send four Eurofighters. The UK has also reaffirmed its commitment to help bolster Eastern Sentry defenses.

At a recent UN Security Council session, members expressed solidarity with Poland, with the acting US Ambassador confirming their commitment to defend every inch of NATO territory.

In light of the draone incidents, Poland's Secretary of State Marcin Bosacki showcased photos of the damage caused, asserting that they were indeed targeted incursions.

Germany has pledged to intensify its engagement along NATO's eastern border while the Netherlands and Czech Republic have already announced their plans to send defenses to Poland.

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