NATO launches “Eastern Sentry” to bolster posture along eastern flank
On Friday (12 September 2025), NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte and Supreme Allied Commander Europe (SACEUR) General Alexus G. Grynkewich held a joint press conference to outline NATO’s response to the violation of Polish airspace by Russian drones two days earlier. Mr Rutte announced the launch of “Eastern Sentry”, a military activity aimed to bolster NATO’s posture along the eastern flank.
Commencing in the coming days, Eastern Sentry will involve a range of Allied assets and feature both traditional capabilities and novel technologies, including elements designed to address challenges associated with drones.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte and Supreme Allied Commander Europe Gen. Alexus G. Grynkewich held a joint press conference in Brussels after NATO forces intercepted and shot down multiple Russian drones over Polish territory. The move underscores rising tensions and NATO’s pledge to defend member states.
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