Polish state security forces neutralized a drone operating over government buildings and the Belweder Palace in Warsaw earlier today, September 15th, 2025, at approximately 6:30 PM UTC, leading to the detention of two Belarusian nationals. Police are currently investigating the circumstances of the incident, as confirmed by Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk via a statement on X. The neutralization of the drone occurred within the reporting window, with Prime Minister Tusk confirming the event at 6:19 PM UTC. The incident prompted an immediate response from law enforcement, who are examining the details surrounding the drone's presence over sensitive government locations. The specific type of drone and its intended purpose remain under investigation. In parallel military developments, Ukrainian forces reported the clearing of the settlement of Pankivka in the Donetsk region, an action conducted by the 225th separate assault regiment. Separately, a social media post noted a Russian signal unit utilizing a heavy quadcopter to lay fiber optic cable during the "Zapad-2025" exercises. These events follow a period of heightened tensions, including Ukraine's advancement in EU accession talks and reports of Ukrainian drone manufacturers mass-producing drones with new guidance systems. Previous reports also detailed Sweden's announcement of increased defense spending and the UK's deployment of RAF Typhoons over Poland in response to Russian aerial activity and airspace violations.
