Poland scrambles fighter jets as Ukraine faces missile attacks
Polish Air Force F-16 fighter jet (Photo: wikimedia.org)
Polish and allied aviation were scrambled on the night of September 28 in response to a massive Russian missile strike on Ukraine, according to the Operational Command of the Polish Armed Forces on X.
The statement notes that due to the activity of Russian long-range aviation striking Ukrainian territory, Polish and allied aircraft began patrolling Polish airspace.
“Alert fighter jets were scrambled, and ground-based air defense and radar reconnaissance systems were placed on the highest state of combat readiness,” the statement reads.
It is noted that these measures are preventive in nature and aimed at ensuring the safety of airspace and protecting civilians, especially in areas adjacent to high-risk zones.
The Operational Command of the Polish Armed Forces continues to monitor the situation, and subordinate forces and assets remain ready for immediate response.
Uwaga. W związku z aktywnością lotnictwa dalekiego zasięgu Federacji Rosyjskiej, wykonującego uderzenia na terytorium Ukrainy, rozpoczęło się operowanie polskiego i sojuszniczego lotnictwa w naszej przestrzeni powietrznej.
— Dowództwo Operacyjne RSZ (@DowOperSZ) September 28, 2025
Zgodnie z obowiązującymi procedurami Dowódca… pic.twitter.com/zKkh6xuZZC
Combined Russian strike on Ukraine
On the night of Sunday, September 28, Russian forces launched a massive attack on Ukraine using strike drones as well as ballistic and cruise missiles.
Explosions are reported across many regions of the country, and air defense systems are active.
For a detailed overview of the large-scale missile and drone attack, read the article by RBC-Ukraine.
