Russia Deploys Iskander Missile System Near Polish Border
Tensions on NATO’s eastern flank are rising as reports confirm that the Russian Federation has deployed an Iskander missile system in the Kaliningrad region, positioned directly on a highway close to the Polish border.
The Iskander, a short-range ballistic missile system capable of carrying both conventional and nuclear warheads, is regarded as one of Russia’s most potent tactical weapons. Its deployment so close to NATO territory is likely to draw sharp concern from European leaders and further escalate already heightened security tensions.
Polish defense officials have not yet issued a formal response, but NATO forces in the region remain on high alert following recent drone incursions and airspace violations.
Military analysts note that the move is both a show of force and a potential signal to NATO, reinforcing Russia’s willingness to push its strategic assets closer to allied borders.
The situation remains fluid, with calls for restraint amid growing fears of a broader confrontation.
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