Poland Scrambles Fighter Jets Over Russian Attacks on Ukraine: War Spreads, Civilian Casualties Rise!
Is this the beginning of the war spreading across Europe? Overnight, Russia launched hundreds of drones and missiles targeting western Ukraine, hitting cities far from the front lines. Lviv, Lutsk, Chernivtsi – cities that were relatively calm until recently are now targets of explosions and fires. Poland, a NATO member and Ukraine’s neighbor, did not stand idly by. It immediately scrambled its fighter jets to protect its airspace.
What’s happening in Ukraine?
Russian attacks are not just on military bases or the front; they target civilian sites – residential buildings, kindergartens, schools, hospitals. Kharkiv was hit by ten strikes, including industrial facilities and warehouses, with at least two people injured. In Lviv, a residential building caught fire, and a kindergarten and dozens of cars were damaged. Ukrainian officials call this a classic terrorist war of great powers, where civilians are merciless targets.
Poland refuses to take risks
The operational command of the Polish Armed Forces announced that their air operations in Polish airspace were activated due to Russian long-range strikes on Ukraine. Fighter jets were scrambled, and air defense systems are at the highest combat readiness. The Polish military thanked allied support and emphasized constant monitoring of the situation to protect its territory.
Why is Russia targeting civilians?
The question on everyone’s mind: why is Russia spending millions of euros on hundreds of drones and missiles to hit civilian targets far from the front? No military targets, just destruction of lives and infrastructure. At least 12 civilians have been killed or injured in these attacks. This is not war; it’s terrorism in its worst form.
What do Ukrainians say?
Ukrainian citizens are growing more pessimistic. Nearly half believe Ukraine will be devastated by a massive population exodus in ten years, not a prosperous EU member. While they hope for unity and oppose territorial concessions, the war and uncertainty weigh heavily on their minds. Still, most reject ending the war on terms resembling surrender.
What’s next?
European countries, including Poland, are boosting military readiness. Poland scrambled fighter jets, and the EU is considering additional measures and sanctions against Russia. The war is not calming down; it’s spreading and becoming more brutal. While political leaders play diplomatic games, civilians pay the highest price.
Conclusion
This is not just a conflict between Ukraine and Russia. It’s a test for all Europe and the world. Will we allow the war to spread and destroy civilian lives? Poland has clearly shown it won’t tolerate violations of its airspace, but the question is how long the world will watch and stay silent as tragedy unfolds before our eyes.
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