On December 25, 2025, Polish air defense forces scrambled fighter jets after detecting a Russian reconnaissance aircraft flying close to Polish-controlled airspace over the Baltic Sea. According to Poland's Operational Command of the Armed Forces, fighter jets visually identified and escorted the Russian spy plane away from the area of responsibility. The incident occurred despite the holiday period, highlighting heightened regional security vigilance. Additionally, radar systems observed several objects entering Polish airspace from Belarus, which analysts assessed as likely smuggling balloons moving with prevailing winds. Polish authorities continue to closely monitor the airspace and remain on alert for further incursions.

On December 25, 2025, Polish air defense forces scrambled fighter jets after detecting a Russian reconnaissance aircraft flying close to Polish-controlled airspace over the Baltic Sea. According to Poland's Operational Command of the Armed Forces, fighter jets visually identified and escorted the Russian spy plane away from the area of responsibility. The incident occurred despite the holiday period, highlighting heightened regional security vigilance. Additionally, radar systems observed several objects entering Polish airspace from Belarus, which analysts assessed as likely smuggling balloons moving with prevailing winds. Polish authorities continue to closely monitor the airspace and remain on alert for further incursions.