In response to intensified Russian military operations against Ukraine, Polish authorities have implemented temporary closures at two southeastern airports. The Polish Air Navigation Services Agency confirmed through social media platform X that Rzeszow and Lublin airports suspended operations Saturday as Polish armed forces deployed fighter jets following nearby aerial combat activities.
The airport closures coincided with a major Russian offensive employing missiles and drone strikes targeting Kyiv and multiple Ukrainian regions. Ukrainian air defense systems engaged incoming threats throughout the capital region, with military authorities reporting active missile deployments via Telegram communications. Air force officials identified Russian drones focusing attacks on Kyiv alongside northeastern and southern territories.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy had previously characterized his upcoming meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump as crucial negotiations toward resolving the prolonged conflict. Scheduled for Sunday in Florida, the discussions were intended to address territorial control arrangements following potential cessation of hostilities that began with Russia’s February 2022 invasion.
The latest assaults occurred against the backdrop of Europe’s deadliest military confrontation since World War II, now approaching its fourth year. Kyiv maintained air raid alerts for approximately four hours during the engagement, though initial reports indicated no immediate infrastructure damage or power disruptions resulting from the overnight attacks.