NATO firmly condemns Russia for violating Romanian, Polish airspace

13 August 2026 Ambassadors of NATO member countries met on Wednesday, August 12, in a session in Brussels to discuss the recent violations of the airspace in Poland and Romania, as well as the recent drone incidents. The representatives “reiterated that Russia bears full responsibility for the airspace violations, which are dangerous and unacceptable, and demonstrate Russia’s increasing tolerance for risk.” They also highlighted efforts to shore up NATO defenses in response to these new threats. “NATO continues to strengthen its integrated air and missile defenses across the Alliance, and Allies underlined the actions they have taken to bolster defenses on the eastern flank, from the Baltic to the Black Sea. NATO stands ready to deter and defend against any aggression,” the statement also