Poland Strengthens Air Defense as Russian Drone Attacks Intensify in Ukraine

Russia has intensified its drone attacks on Ukraine, resulting in casualties and significant damage across multiple regions. In the Dnipropetrovsk oblast, at least six people were killed and seven injured, while three deaths were reported in the Rivne region following strikes on residential buildings. In response to the escalating aerial threats near its border, Poland has strengthened its combat air capabilities and placed its air defense forces on high alert, with fighter jets and helicopters actively monitoring airspace. Amidst the violence, diplomatic efforts remain stalled. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky urged former US President Donald Trump to discuss ending the invasion with Chinese President Xi Jinping. However, Moscow has firmly ruled out peace talks unless the Ukrainian army withdraws from the Donbass region. Ukrainian officials emphasized that progress without US involvement is impossible, even as Kyiv claims its military positions are stronger than ever. The conflict continues to disrupt daily life, with air raid sirens sounding frequently in Kyiv and other major cities, forcing civilians into shelters.