Poland strengthens military forces near the Ukrainian border

Polish Defense Minister Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz announced that the country will send Abrams tanks and Patriot air defense systems to the Lublin region to strengthen the border with Ukraine. According to the minister, the deployment of Patriot batteries in the Lublin territory is the first such instance. 1TV+4

The minister explained that a decision has been made to expand armed forces units, which includes the creation of a new mechanized brigade, an unmanned systems brigade, and additional air defense units. Specifically, a mechanized battalion and air defense units will be stationed in Biłgoraj, an unmanned systems unit will be created in Łuków, and a land forces helicopter base will be established in Świdnik. 1TV+2

According to the Polish Defense Minister, Patriot systems have already been deployed near Świdnik airport to protect the region and air traffic, which is periodically interrupted due to existing threats. The minister also noted that a site for Abrams tanks will be set up near Kraśnik. Publika+2