Poland shuts two airports and suspends all flights ‘due to military operations’ after Russian strikes on Ukraine

POLAND has shut down major airports amid an aerial military operation. Flights have been suspended as part of the move which comes in response to Russian strikes on west Ukraine, Warsaw said. Poland have launched an aerial military operation, shutting down major airports Credit: DHUB_Search_Shutterstock_Editorial_NUK Two airports in Lublin and Rzeszow were suspended due to operations of military aviation”, according to the Polish Air Navigation Services Agency. The Polish Armed Forces said the aviation operations were “in connection with strikes carried out by the Russian Federation using jet-powered unmanned aerial vehicles on the western territory of Ukraine”. Sign up for The Sun newsletter Thank you! They added: “Ground-based air defense systems and radar reconnaissance systems have reached a state of readiness. “These actions are of a preventive nature and are aimed at securing airspace and its protection, especially in areas adjacent to threatened regions.” More to follow… For the latest news on this story keep checking back at The Sun Online Thesun.co.uk is your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video. Like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/thesun and follow us on TikTok @TheSun. Comment now