The Polish government is expediting the 'East Shield' project to bolster defense along its eastern borders with Russia and Belarus, with construction set to begin by the end of the year. This initiative includes military fortifications, airspace monitoring systems, and electronic equipment, spanning approximately 800 kilometers. Exercises to test these defenses have commenced in Orzysz, Poland, with participation from NATO allies, including the Baltic states and the UK. Prime Minister Donald Tusk emphasized the importance of border security and the involvement of European funding. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)