Poland's Prime Minister Donald Tusk has revealed alarming information about an alleged Russian-led attempt to carry out air terror attacks on cargo planes operating in the West, echoing warnings from Western intelligence sources.
Poland's PM Alleges Russian Air Terror Plot Targeting Global Airlines
Poland's PM Alleges Russian Air Terror Plot Targeting Global Airlines
Berlin claims Russia's actions may escalate tensions in Western aviation security
In a joint meeting with Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky, Tusk stated, "I can only confirm that Russia planned acts of air terror, not just against Poland but against airlines across the globe." His comments coincide with earlier reports that Russian intelligence had conducted tests on security protocols via incendiary incidents at key shipping hubs in the UK and Germany.
The alarming plot was first detected last summer when small infernos occurred at various shipping facilities, leading officials to suspect that these fires were orchestrated tests by Russia’s military intelligence, the GRU, aimed at gauge the efficacy of security measures. While the ultimate objective of these apparent plots remains unclear, officials are investigating whether there were plans to sabotage aircraft on the ground in Europe or even during flights.
As concerns heightened, President Biden took proactive measures, tasking his national security advisor and CIA director to directly communicate with Russian President Vladimir Putin, warning him that such actions could elicit a strong response from the U.S. government. The U.S. would hold Russia accountable for any attacks classified as terrorism, especially those resulting in significant casualties.
As investigations continue, the international community watches closely for further developments regarding Russia's involvement in these potential air security threats.
The alarming plot was first detected last summer when small infernos occurred at various shipping facilities, leading officials to suspect that these fires were orchestrated tests by Russia’s military intelligence, the GRU, aimed at gauge the efficacy of security measures. While the ultimate objective of these apparent plots remains unclear, officials are investigating whether there were plans to sabotage aircraft on the ground in Europe or even during flights.
As concerns heightened, President Biden took proactive measures, tasking his national security advisor and CIA director to directly communicate with Russian President Vladimir Putin, warning him that such actions could elicit a strong response from the U.S. government. The U.S. would hold Russia accountable for any attacks classified as terrorism, especially those resulting in significant casualties.
As investigations continue, the international community watches closely for further developments regarding Russia's involvement in these potential air security threats.
