Defence
Poland lies on the front line of Russia's hybrid warfare – how far will Moscow dare to go on EU territory?
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Poland faces increasing hybrid attacks from Russia, including drone threats and suspected missile strikes on its soil since July 2026. Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk warned that Russia aims to test NATO’s Article 5 by conducting unprovoked incidents designed to paralyze alliance response mechanisms. Experts suggest these actions seek to disrupt Ukrainian supply lines, gather intelligence on air defenses, and intimidate European populations into reducing support for Ukraine. The Centre for Eastern Studies notes that Russia expects these provocations to yield strategic advantages despite the risks of escalation.
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