More border tensions have emeged between Poland and the Russian exclave of Kaliningrad, at a moment tensions continue to soar related to the Ukraine war as well as Western accusations of Kremlin-orchestrated sabotage.
Polish police and security forces have launched a special operation to 'secure' the border area, having picked up intelligence concerning 'threats' emanating from Kaliningrad, or provocations set to unfold in the region in the coming days.
"The operation – which has involved sending additional officers, including counter-terrorism forces, to the northeastern Podlasie and Warmia-Masuria provinces – was first reported by broadcaster RMF and confirmed by the national police chief, Marek Boroń," one regional source describes.
via PAP“Police are putting security measures in place around the Kaliningrad region in anticipation of possible incidents that could lead to acts of sabotage,” Boroń told RMF. “This is based on information we also have from external security services.”
“We are responsible for ensuring the safety of the citizens living there, as well as for facilities and any situations that may pose a threat to society,” he added, also noting coordination with army and border guards.
A Ukrainian news source said while referencing Polish secuirty services, "they do not rule out attempts by armed groups to infiltrate Polish territory
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