Tensions between Poland and Belarus continue to escalate.
Polish combat helicopters now patrol the Belarus border, armed and authorized to fire without hesitation. This response follows airspace violations by Belarusian military helicopters who flew low and undetected 1/ https://t.co/8nYXtHymK1 pic.twitter.com/zMWBf5hqaK
— Tymofiy Mylovanov (@Mylovanov) August 4, 2023
Poland's Defense Minister said the armed helicopters are on standby readiness at 2 bases near the border. Pilots have combat experience and will fire without hesitation if provoked, he warned. 2/
— Tymofiy Mylovanov (@Mylovanov) August 4, 2023
h/t DOORBERT