NATO condemned the violations of Polish and Romanian airspace. The alliance underscored its determination to defend the territory of its member states.
The North Atlantic Council met to discuss the violations of Polish and Romanian airspace and the recent incidents involving unmanned aerial vehicles. The council included the permanent representatives of all 32 NATO member states.
NATO holds Russia responsible
NATO allies described the airspace violations as unacceptable and dangerous. The alliance held Russia fully responsible for the incidents and expressed solidarity with the affected countries.
NATO said efforts to strengthen its integrated air and missile defense system across the alliance were continuing. The alliance also stated that it was ready to deter any attack.
UAV incidents in Romanian airspace
Three Russian unmanned aerial vehicles that violated Romanian airspace between July 24 and 26 were neutralized by F-16 fighter jets.
During Russia’s missile attack on Ukraine on the morning of July 30, a KH-101 missile entered Polish airspace and fell near the city of Lublin.
Support for Ukraine reaffirmed
NATO allies reaffirmed their support for Ukraine’s efforts to defend its territorial integrity. The alliance stated that these actions by Russia and its other irresponsible conduct would not change its enduring commitment to Ukraine.