Polish authorities intercepted a drone flying over government buildings in⁤ Warsaw on Monday, September 15,‍ 2025,⁢ leading to the detention of two Belarusian ⁢citizens. The incident occurred near Parkova street and Belweder Palace, according to official reports.

Heightened tensions with⁤ Belarus

The interception ‍and subsequent arrests come amid escalating tensions between Poland and Belarus.The border between the two countries is currently closed due to joint ⁢military‍ exercises being conducted by Belarus and Russia, raising concerns about regional security. ⁣These exercises have been a source of⁣ friction, with Poland viewing them as possibly destabilizing.

Recent Espionage Concerns

This incident follows the recent arrest of an alleged spy and the expulsion of a⁢ Belarusian diplomat⁣ last week, as reported by Polish officials. These actions suggest a broader concern within Poland regarding a potential Belarusian intelligence network operating within Europe. The earlier case involved ⁤accusations of espionage activities across multiple european nations.

The police are currently investigating ⁣the circumstances surrounding the‍ drone operation and the potential motives of the detained individuals. further details ⁤are expected to be released as the inquiry progresses.