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Russian Kh-101 cruise missile ‘most likely’ crashed in Poland, defense minister says
Polish defense minister Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz confirmed that it was “most likely” a Kh-101 air-launched cruise missile.
“This is the most likely hypothesis,” he says.
He said Poland was in regular contact with NATO allies regarding the incident.
major general Ireneusz NowakThe Polish Air Force Inspector joins to provide a slightly more detailed briefing.
He says that Russia fired 20-22 Kh-101 missiles into Ukraine as part of its attacks on Ukraine last night, and that two missiles were determined to pose a potential threat to Polish territory.
An F-16 fighter jet followed one of the missiles and observed the moment it fell in a deserted area.
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Polish minister warns against Russian disinformation on missile incident
Polish foreign minister Radosław Sikorski warned against any attempt to blame Ukraine for the incident: saying in x:
“Get ahead of Putin’s disinformation and read: ‘The missiles (Kh-101) are used only by Russia’s strategic air forces.’”
Earlier, the Polish Prime Minister’s office made a statement. a separate warning Against disinformation on social media.
One of the most serious incidents in a NATO country since the start of Russia’s large-scale aggression against Ukraine – instant analysis
Yakup Krupa
With Poland now confirming it was “most likely” a Russian missile, this appears to be one of the most serious violations of airspace by a NATO member state since the beginning of the full-blown Russian attack on Ukraine in 2022.
In November 2022, a Ukrainian S-300 surface-to-air missile used to repel incoming Russian attacks accidentally strayed into Poland, killing two people.
In December 2022, an unarmed Russian Kh-55 air-launched cruise missile flew into Polish airspace, where it was only discovered a few months later.
In September 2025, approximately 20 Russian drones violated Polish airspace.
Several attacks were also reported in Romania.
In May, two people were injured when a drone crashed into an apartment block in the town of Galati, in southeastern Romania, close to the Ukrainian border.
Prosecutor says Ukraine has requested participation in Poland’s investigation into missile crash
Ukraine requested participation in the Polish investigation into the missile incident. Lublin prosecutor Grzegorz Trusiewicz he said at a media briefing.
“This request is currently being evaluated and it is possible that they will come here and work with Polish authorities to detect the object that entered Polish airspace and determine exactly what we are dealing with.”
He said the crash site had been “mapped” and would be examined in detail.
Russian Kh-101 cruise missile ‘most likely’ crashed in Poland, defense minister says
Polish defense minister Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz confirmed that it was “most likely” a Kh-101 air-launched cruise missile.
“This is the most likely hypothesis,” he says.
He said Poland was in regular contact with NATO allies regarding the incident.
major general Ireneusz NowakThe Polish Air Force Inspector joins to provide a slightly more detailed briefing.
He says that Russia fired 20-22 Kh-101 missiles into Ukraine as part of its attacks on Ukraine last night, and that two missiles were determined to pose a potential threat to Polish territory.
An F-16 fighter jet followed one of the missiles and observed the moment it fell in a deserted area.
of poland female He says it’s an “unusual coincidence” that the incident occurred just hours after he met with the Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskiy, They discussed bilateral cooperation, including antiballistic defence.
“Zelenskyy had warned me that they had precise information about Russia’s upcoming major attack on Ukraine,” Tusk said.
Polish Prime Minister Tusk said: ‘This looks like a Russian missile’
Polish Prime Minister Tusk is currently speaking and chairing an emergency meeting on the incident with senior representatives of the military and emergency services.
He confirms that a “missile” crashed on Polish territory and says it “appears” to be a Russian Kh-101 cruise missile, as reported by Ukraine (9:19).
“Let’s not jump to conclusions until the detailed investigation is completed; we want to be 100 percent sure about what type of bullet was fired.”
He confirmed the incident was “serious” but there was no loss of life or damage.
He said Poland was ready to shoot down the rocket if it continued its flight towards Polish territory.
“Russia’s aggression is a threat to the security of Europe as a whole,” EU’s Costa said
European Council President António Costa emphasized that “Russia’s aggression is a threat to the security of Europe as a whole.” He condemned the overnight attacks on Ukraine and the violation of airspace in Poland.
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“Last night Russia launched a major joint attack against Ukraine.
Polish airspace was also violated during the attack. We underline once again that Russia’s aggression is a threat to the security of Europe as a whole.
My thoughts are with the victims of these attacks. The European Union stands in full solidarity with the Ukrainian and Polish authorities They work tirelessly to protect and defend their citizens.
We are increasing our support to strengthen Ukraine’s air defense, including defensive capabilities against missiles and unmanned aerial vehicles. Europe will continue to unite against this aggression.”
We Taking the first photographs from the scene in Poland, Via Poland’s state broadcaster TVP Info.
Estonian president warns Russia’s war ‘continues to endanger lives far beyond Ukraine’
Estonian President Alar Karis expressed his country’s solidarity with Ukraine and Poland, while warning that Russia’s war “continues to endanger lives far beyond Ukraine.”
“Another night full of Russian attacks. Civilians, including children, were killed. Houses were destroyed. Cities all over Ukraine were set on fire. An explosion and debris were reported on NATO territory in Poland.
Russia’s war continues to endanger lives far beyond Ukraine. “We stand with Poland and Ukraine.”
Photos after Russia’s overnight attack on Ukraine
Polish prime minister Donald Tusk and defense minister Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz The Polish government said it would chair an emergency meeting into the incident at 10.15am local time (9.15am UK).
Ukrainian foreign minister says Russian cruise missile passed over Poland
“As part of Russia’s major attack on Ukraine, a Russian Kh-101 cruise missile crossed into Poland and violated NATO airspace,” Ukrainian foreign minister Andrii Sybiha said.
Polish authorities have not yet officially identified the object that exploded in eastern Poland.
“This Another clear evidence that it is urgent to strengthen Ukraine’s air defense “This is a guarantee of the protection of the entire Euro-Atlantic community,” Sybiha said.
Referring to the recent harsh disagreements between Poland and Ukraine regarding common history, Sybiha added the following:
“Russia’s missile attack on Poland is also a reminder that nothing is more urgent for our two countries than confronting our centuries-old common enemy. This poses a direct threat to both our nations.
All other disagreements must be put aside during this brutal war. Our top priority must be our common security.”
Morning opening: At least eight people killed in Russian attacks on Ukraine as Poland investigates airspace violation
Yakup Krupa
At least eight people were killed and dozens injured in Russia’s heavy attacks on Ukraine; Neighboring Poland is also investigating a reported airspace violation and explosion on its territory.
Russia launched 74 missiles and 284 drones at targets in Ukraine. Dnipropetrovsk And Lviv regions.
“This Russian terrorism proves once again that protecting against the Russian missile threat is the most important thing,” Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said in response to the attacks, adding that Ukraine “faces a serious shortage of air defense missiles from our partners.”
Meanwhile, neighboring Poland is examining an impact site in the east of the country after “an unidentified object was detected moving westward in Polish airspace” crashed near the village Tarnawa-Kolonia, Approximately 80 km from the Polish-Ukrainian border.
Local police said officers investigating a report of a loud explosion “discovered crated and scattered debris from an unidentified object in an area approximately 2 km from the nearest buildings.”
Separately, air raid sirens sounded in the eastern city of Lublin. The incident happened hours later Zelenskyy He met with the Polish Prime Minister in Lublin Donald Tusk.
A government spokesman said Tusk would travel to the crash site this morning.
Separately, I will also be covering the heatwave that has hit much of Western Europe. The ongoing fight against forest fires in France and Spain.
I will report all developments here.
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