Poland suspends airport operations due to Russian strikes on Ukraine
Polish authorities have been forced to pause flight operations at two airports for the second time today due to the proximity and impact of Russian missile and drone strikes targeting Ukrainian territory. The ongoing aerial campaign continues to create significant regional security risks, forcing neighboring NATO members to implement emergency airspace restrictions to ensure civilian aviation safety amidst the escalating conflict.
Date: September 17, 2026
Location: Eastern Europe, Poland
Conflict: Russia-Ukraine War
Category: other
Severity: HIGH
Source: Sky News