NATO fighters scrambled in Poland as Russia bombards Ukraine. The term “scrambled” really just means a quick deployment of fighter jets, a rapid launch in response to something urgent. It’s essentially the military’s version of a fire alarm, a signal to get airborne immediately, usually triggered by an incursion or potential threat.
NATO fighters scrambled in Poland as Russia bombards Ukraine. There’s a lot of discussion around whether NATO should have done more to protect Ukraine. A common thought is why not implement a no-fly zone, shooting down Russian aircraft and missiles over Ukraine? But, the reality is that such a move would very likely mean direct war with Russia.… Continue reading
Poland’s foreign minister urged NATO members to establish a no-fly zone over Ukraine to shield Europe from Russian attacks. This call comes in the wake of a drone incursion into Poland last week, which led to the scrambling of fighter jets by the U.S.-led alliance. The proposal aims to provide greater security in the face of ongoing conflict. The request highlights escalating concerns about the conflict’s potential impact on surrounding nations.
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It’s time for NATO allies to have a serious discussion about directly shooting down Russian missiles and drones over Ukraine. This debate has been ongoing within the alliance, with some members advocating for a more aggressive approach to protecting Ukraine’s skies. The idea of intercepting Russian missiles and drones has gained traction, especially after the US and allies shot down Iranian drones bound for Israel back in April.
While countries like Poland and Romania are very interested in this proposal, the US and Germany have been resistant to it due to the risk of drawing NATO directly into a conflict with Russia.… Continue reading
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