Summary of "JUST IN: Poland Confronts Russia at UN | Demands Action Over Drone Attacks on Its Territory | AC15"
The video covers Poland’s address at an emergency UN Security Council meeting convened at Poland’s request following drone attacks on its territory. Martin Botaski, Poland’s Secretary of State, condemned Russia for deliberately violating Polish airspace with 19 military drones on the night of September 9-10, marking the first significant breach of Poland’s sovereignty since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022. Poland, supported by allied forces from the Netherlands, Germany, and Italy, responded by shooting down the drones, which were identified as Russian by markings on the drone parts.
Botaski refuted Russian claims that these were not Russian drones or that the incursions were accidental, emphasizing the repeated nature of the attacks as evidence of deliberate aggression. He highlighted Russia’s long history of using false pretexts to justify military aggression in the region and called for unified and immediate condemnation of Russia’s actions by the Security Council. Poland demanded Russia take full responsibility, provide explanations, and ensure such violations do not recur.
The Polish representative stressed that Russia’s war on Ukraine destabilizes the region and that peace and stability can only be restored by Russia ending its invasion. Poland reaffirmed its commitment to stand with Ukraine and defend sovereignty and territorial integrity.
Following Poland’s statement, the representative of Latvia spoke on behalf of the Baltic states, expressing solidarity and support for Poland’s position.
Presenters/Contributors:
- Martin Botaski, Secretary of State of Poland
- Representative of Latvia (name not provided)
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News and Commentary
