Poland on High Alert as Airstrikes Threaten Border Stability

Tensions flared in Eastern Europe as Poland deployed aircraft early Sunday to ensure airspace safety amidst a rising threat from Russian airstrikes targeting Ukraine's Lviv region, close to the Polish border. The operational command announced heightened readiness, involving ground-based defenses and allied aircraft.

NATO members on the eastern flank remain vigilant following Poland's interception of suspected Russian drones. Recent air incursions have disrupted European aviation, with Vilnius airport briefly closed due to possible balloon threats. Meanwhile, commercial flights deviated to avoid closed air routes near Lublin and Rzeszow.

Ukraine faced widespread air raid alerts, particularly around Lviv, suffering missile and drone attacks that left the region struggling without power. Meanwhile, in Zaporizhzhia, a late-night attack resulted in casualties and significant infrastructure damage, underscoring the ongoing devastation as both nations target strategic facilities amidst escalating conflict.

(With inputs from agencies.)