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Kremlin Rejects Blame After Drone Incursions In Poland: ‘Groundless Accusations, No Proof’

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Poland-Russia Tensions. Kremlin denies Poland’s claims of Russian drones in Polish airspace as Donald Tusk called it the most dangerous moment since World War II.

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Poland-Russia Tensions: Poland PM Donald Tusk and Russian President Vladimir Putin.

Poland-Russia Tensions: Poland PM Donald Tusk and Russian President Vladimir Putin.

The Kremlin dismissed accusations that Russian drones were behind overnight incursions into Polish airspace, calling the allegations “groundless”, even as European leaders warned the incidents marked a dangerous escalation. Poland’s Prime Minister Donald Tusk told parliament that the country faced its most dangerous moment since World War Two after seven drones and debris of an unidentified object were discovered across multiple provinces.

“I have no reason to claim we’re on the brink of war, but a line has been crossed and it’s incomparably more dangerous than before,” Donald Tusk said.

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What Kremlin Said On Poland’s Claims?

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said that no evidence has been presented that these drones are of Russian origin, adding that EU and NATO leaders accuse Russia of provocation “almost daily, most often without even attempting to provide any justification.” The Kremlin said that all questions regarding the night attack had been forwarded to Russia’s Ministry of Defense.

Read more: Poland Closest To Conflict Since World War II: PM Tusk On Russian Drone Incursions

Drones Found Deep Inside Poland

Meanwhile, Poland’s interior ministry confirmed that five drones and wreckage were located in Lublin province near the borders with Belarus and Ukraine. Two others were discovered much further west and north- one in Mniszkow in central Lodz province, about 250 kilometers from the Belarusian border and another near Elbląg close to the Baltic coast. Authorities said investigations were ongoing and security forces remained on high alert.

European Leaders Condemn Drone Incursions

The incursions prompted swift condemnation across Europe as French President Emmanuel Macron called the incidents “simply unacceptable” and said he would meet NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte soon. European Council President Antonio Costa warned that “peace and security in Europe cannot be taken for granted,” vowing greater investment in defence.

Czech Prime Minister Petr Fiala said it was “hard to believe” the strikes were coincidental, accusing Russia of “systematically probing to see how far it can go.” Finland’s President Alexander Stubb argued Russia “seeks escalation” and bears responsibility for violating Polish airspace.

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