Poland intercepts Russian drones amid escalating Ukraine conflict

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Poland called a NATO meeting after detecting multiple Russian drones, some from Belarus, violating its airspace, prompting international condemnation and support from allies like the Netherlands and France. Poland has summoned Russia's envoy and activated NATO Article 4, while Ukraine's Zelenskyy urged joint air defense. The incident marks a significant escalation in the Russia-Ukraine conflict, with NATO and EU leaders expressing solidarity and concern over increased threats to European security.
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