The Operational Command of the Polish Armed Forces, said: “Due to the activity of long-range Russian aviation striking targets located in western Ukraine, among other places, Polish and allied air forces have commenced operations in Polish airspace.”
It did not make clear which other NATO states were involved in the latest operation triggered by the Russian onslaught.
“Scrambled pairs of fighter jets were deployed, and ground-based air defence and radar reconnaissance systems have been brought to the highest state of combat readiness,” the statement added.
The Polish armed forces “activated available forces and resources” in measures “aimed at ensuring security in areas bordering the threatened areas”.
The last time such action was taken was Wednesday, as Putin intensified his strikes on Ukraine, believing he now has the upper hand in the war.