Kremlin rejects claims of Russian involvement, urging for concrete evidence before offering any response. Meanwhile, Ukrainian attacks intensify along the border

Moscow has insisted on receiving “hard evidence” before it can comment on the missile strike that landed in Poland, which earlier sparked concerns about potential escalation with NATO. A missile hit a farm in eastern Poland, killing two civilians. While Polish authorities initially suspected Russian involvement, Moscow has categorically denied any role, suggesting instead that the missile could have been a stray Ukrainian air defense projectile.

The missile attack is part of a broader pattern of increasing military activity along the Ukraine-Russia border. In response, Ukraine has escalated its assaults on Russian regions like Belgorod and Bryansk, prompting stern warnings from Moscow that such attacks will “not go unpunished.” These clashes reflect the ongoing intensity of the conflict as both sides vie for dominance in the border areas.

Russia has also intensified its aerial bombardment of Ukrainian cities, particularly in the east and south. The latest air strikes have left over 30 people dead, with dozens more injured, as hospitals and residential buildings were damaged. The escalating violence continues to have a devastating impact on civilians, as Russian forces target key infrastructure in an attempt to weaken Ukraine’s resistance.

In addition to the physical toll, there has been a noticeable uptick in Russian casualties, which military experts attribute to a decline in the quality of Russia’s armed forces. Moscow’s military strategy has shifted, with Russia reportedly conserving cruise missile stockpiles to carry out larger, more impactful strikes in the winter months. As part of this strategy, Moscow claims to have intercepted 32 Ukrainian drones attempting to breach its airspace.

Despite mounting evidence of ongoing attacks on both sides, Russia remains determined to cast doubt on accusations of its involvement in the missile attack on Poland, demanding proof before offering a full explanation. The situation remains tense as the war’s devastating effects continue to unfold.