In a significant escalation of hostilities, Poland has shot down Russian drones that violated its airspace amidst ongoing attacks on Ukraine. This marks the first time a NATO member has engaged militarily during the Ukraine conflict. The Polish Prime Minister stated that the country is now at its closest to open conflict since World War Two, underscoring the seriousness of the incident. Reports indicate that a large number of drones entered Polish airspace, prompting a swift response from both Polish and NATO forces. In response to this aggression, Poland has invoked Article 4 of the NATO treaty, which enables member states to convene for discussions when their security is threatened. The situation has raised alarms throughout Europe, with calls for a coordinated NATO response to what Poland describes as an unprecedented violation of sovereignty.