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The Polish National Security Agency announced on social media on September 14, President Navrotsky has signed a resolution agreeing to send troops from NATO member countries to station in Polish territory, as part of NATO's "Eastern Sentinel" military operation.
The decision appears to be a direct response to the large number of drones entering Poland’s airspace in the night of September 9, but in-depth analysis shows that the military operation, known as the “Eastern Guard,” was underway. NATO’s deeper strategic objectives.。
On the night of September 9, local time, The Polish military found 19 to 23 drones entering its airspace from Russia and Belarus.Emergency use of domestic and NATO air defense systems shot down at least four drones and closed relevant airspace and multiple airports.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk has accused the drones of coming from Russia.However, the Russian Ministry of Defense denied the next day that it planned to attack targets in Poland and said it was ready to consult with the Polish Ministry of Defense.
Belarus said, These drones are due to electronic interference.The White side has shot it down and has informed Poland and Lithuania.
Lithuanian Foreign Ministry said it had not confirmed that Russian drones intended to enter Poland.
U.S. Secretary of State Rubio’s statement on September 13 was more cautious. It is still unclear whether the drone entered Polish airspace intentionally or by mistake.
Despite this, NATO Secretary-General Luther also announced on September 12 the launch of a military operation code-named "Eastern Guards".。
Luther announced the "Eastern Guards" operation aimed at strengthening the coalition's deterrent and defensive stance in the Eastern Wing, and Denmark, France, Britain, Germany and other countries will mobilize forces and equipment to participate in the operation.
A statement issued by NATO’s European Allied Command on September 12 provided more details. This multi-domain military operation will be launched in the next few days, and the specific duration has not yet been determined.
Denmark will send two F-16 fighter jets and an anti-aircraft frigate, France will send three Rafale fighter jets to participate in the operation, and Germany will also provide four Typhoon fighter jets.
NATO also plans to rapidly test and deploy a number of new technologies across the alliance.This includes anti-drone sensors and weapons that are specifically designed to detect, track and shoot down drones.
These deployments indicate that NATO is taking advantage of the opportunity to test and integrate its new type of defense system.
Poland's vigilance against its eastern neighbors is not groundless.
From the trauma of World War II to the shadow of the Cold War, to the current Russian-Ukrainian conflict, Poland has always seen itself as the first line of defense against Russia’s western advance.
This resolution, signed by the President of Poland, Poland opens its military presence to all NATO member states.Although NATO has previously been stationed in Poland, it is limited in scale and has a rotating nature.
Since 2017, NATO implements multinational force rotation deployment in Poland and the three Baltic countries, the garrison in Poland is led by the United States, with the participation of Britain, Croatia and Romania.
In addition, the United States and Poland also maintain independent defense cooperation, and about 10,000 U.S. troops have been stationed in Poland for a long time.
But the new agreement will make the army much larger than the previous rotating force. And realize normal deploymentSuch strategic adjustments are difficult to reverse once implemented.
NATO claims that Operation Eastern Sentinel is only to strengthen the defense of the eastern flank, but a lot of evidence shows that, The real goal is much bigger.。
NATO is comprehensively strengthening its deterrent capabilities by reconstructing its command mechanisms, deploying advanced defense systems, increasing the capacity of the national defense industry, and integrating strategic resources.
In mid-July, NATO Army Commander Christopher Donahue said that in order to enhance the comprehensive defense capabilities of the Eastern Wing, NATO has launched a plan called the Eastern Wing Deterrent Line.
The program includes three core elements.The reorganization of the command mechanism will enable the member states to flexibly mobilise resources such as troops, equipment, logistics and security, based on real-time conditions.
At the same time, NATO will push the three Baltic countries, Poland, Romania and other countries to deploy anti-panzer weapons, medium-range air defense systems, long-range precision strike platforms and other equipment in crucial areas such as border zones and strategic areas.
The plan also calls for strengthening the space situational awareness and cyber protection capabilities of eastern flank member countriesBuild a multi-domain stereo defense network.
NATO is accelerating the integration of Finland and Sweden into the eastern flank defense system. Building a link of operations extending from the eastern wing to the Arctic.。
NATO has set up a joint force command in Finland to coordinate intelligence sharing and force deployment, and ports such as Sweden’s Gothenburg as logistical hubs on the Eastern Wing.
NATO has also pushed Swedish Gotland-class submarines and Eagle Lion fighter jets to participate in Baltic region patrols to strengthen regional control capabilities.In addition, with Finland and Sweden as members of the Arctic Council, NATO will continue to extend its reach to the Arctic.
In addition to using the military bases of the two countries to carry out air reconnaissance and anti-submarine operations, NATO has also launched early warning radar and communications relay stations inside the Arctic Circle to build a wider "Arctic defense chain" coverage. Forming a deterrent link between the Eastern Wing and the Arctic。
These actions clearly go beyond the merely protection of Poland.
In the face of NATO expansion, Russia’s counter-reaction is already accelerating.More than 30,000 members of the Russian-Belarus coalition forces have recently deployed mass defense in the eastern wing of NATO.
The Russian Defense Ministry said, Image-22M3 long-range bomber performed rapid long-range simulated strike exercisesThe target is directed at enemy command systems and critical facilities.
On the coast of the Baltic Sea, the Russian Northern Fleet's "Primorus" shore-based missile system completed its practical deployment, delivering two "Primorus" supersonic anti-ship missiles in a row, simulating the attack on the enemy fleet 200 kilometers away.
The Russian military stressed that the missile could reach 2.5 Mach and reach hundreds of kilometers., enough to destroy any NATO fleet and amphibious landing force that attempts to approach.
Meanwhile, the MiG-31 heavy-duty sniper was carrying a high-speed supersonic missile, and the Tactical Missile Forces of Iskander entered the battlefield. Form a complete regional strike network。
This resonance is reminiscent of the major exercise “West-2021” in 2021, when the Russian military took advantage of the completion of the preparedness of the Ukrainian direction and finally launched a sudden offensive on Kiev in February 2022.
More surprisingly, according to The Times, Indian army to participate in Russian-White joint military exercises "West 2025"。
This is a highly symbolic step. The relationship between India and the United States has deteriorated sharply recently, and it has directly sent troops to participate in exercises against NATO. It is equivalent to publicly “crossing the red line” in the game of great powers.。
India sent a prestigious Coalition of Infanteries.He has arrived at the Mulino training site west of Lower Novgorod to participate in joint tactical exercises and special combat skills training.
The Indian Ministry of Defense explained, The move aims to deepen Indian-Russian defense cooperation, strengthen the friendship between the two armies, and enhance strategic mutual trust.。
Analysts believe that India has historically relied on Russia to provide high-end military equipment, from nuclear submarines and stealth fighters to long-range missiles and air defense systems. Russian weapons are still the pillar of the Indian army.。
India is more concerned than the United States about its total constraints and constraints. Therefore, standing on the side of Russia is both a strategic choice and a realistic need.
References:
1. "Poland agrees to the presence of NATO troops" 2025-09-16 10:31 | Source: Global Times
2. "NATO will launch Operation" Eastern Sentinel "to strengthen the alliance's eastern flank defense" 2025-09-13 07:01 | Source: Xinhua News Agency
“65 Indian military personnel join Russian-White military exercises” 2025-09-17 10:16 PM Source: Global Times
NATO Electronic Warfare Exercises in the Eastern Mediterranean 2025-09-17 09:34