Russia and Belarus have begun large-scale military exercises following the violation of Polish airspace by drones. This exercise has the potential to escalate tensions between NATO and Moscow.

The exercises have put Poland, Lithuania, and Latvia on high alert. Poland has decided to completely close its border during the exercises.

Poland's Prime Minister Donald Tusk stated that the country is experiencing critical days. Tusk emphasized that Poland is closer to open conflict than it has been since World War II.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky called on the US and allies to respond to Russia following the tensions in Poland. This situation complicates the security dynamics in the region further.