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This escalation intensified earlier this month with a drone assault that spilled into Polish airspace— a significant breach since the beginning of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Between September 9-10, over 20 drones crossed the border, some debris landing near civilian areas in Poland even as NATO forces engaged and shot down others. Poland responded by invoking Article 4, calling for consultations, and deploying NATO’s Operation Eastern Sentry, which now involves air patrols from the UK, Denmark, France, and Germany. This ongoing surveillance creates a frontline over Poland, serving as a clear demonstration of NATO’s commitment to deterring further Russian escalation in Eastern Europe.