NATO forces shoot down Russian drones over Poland

Geopolitical Risk & Security Concerns - NATO forces shot down Russian drones over Polish territory, marking the first time NATO has engaged Russian aircraft over its territory since the start of the Ukraine war [1] - Poland's Prime Minister warned the country is closer to all-out conflict than any time since World War II [1] - During a Russian air raid on Ukraine, 19 drones crossed into Polish airspace, with at least four being shot down [2] - Poland's foreign minister called the airspace violation an intentional act, while Russia's defense ministry denied targeting Polish territory [3] Military & Defense - Approximately 10,000 US troops are stationed in Poland [4] - Polish and Dutch fighter jets were responsible for shooting down the drones, but US jets participate in the same air patrol [4] US Foreign Policy & Diplomacy - President Trump issued a statement regarding Russia's violation of Poland's airspace [2] - President Trump hosted Vladimir Putin in Alaska a month prior, hoping to end the war in Ukraine, but there's little sign of progress [3]