Poland launches operation along Russian border in response to reports of planned sabotage
Additional police officers, including counter-terrorism forces, have been sent to the border region.
Polish authorities have initiated a special operation along the border with Russia to secure the area in light of reports of potential sabotage activities. This move follows information received from external security services and the Military Intelligence Service about the possibility of sabotage incidents occurring in the coming days.
The operation has involved deploying additional police, including counter-terrorism forces, to the northeastern Podlasie and Warmia-Masuria provinces. Marek Boroń, the national police chief, confirmed the operation was based on intelligence warnings and was aimed at ensuring the safety of citizens and facilities in the region. The police have been coordinating with the army, border guard, and other security services, emphasizing their responsibility for the safety of residents and the prevention of threats to society.
The operation, which remains confidential in terms of specific details, is directly related to the situation of acts of sabotage and actions by eastern services, referring to potential threats from Russia and its ally Belarus.
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