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Missile crater in Poland probably caused by Russian strike says PM
An unidentified object has left a ten-metre crater near a Polish village, with the nation's leader pointing to Russian forces.
Polish authorities are investigating after an unidentified object struck deep inside the country's territory, leaving a large crater near a rural village.
According to reporting by international wire services, the incident occurred about 100 kilometres from the Polish border with Ukraine. The impact created a crater measuring approximately ten metres, or 33 feet, in width.
The site of the strike is located a short distance from the village of Tarnawa Kolonia. The landing occurred during a Russian military attack on the western Ukrainian city of Lviv, which lies across the border.
The Polish Prime Minister has stated that the missile which caused the crater was probably Russian. However, the exact nature of the object remains unconfirmed as military and forensic experts analyse the site.
At this stage, details remain limited. It is not yet clear if the projectile was a stray missile from the bombardment of Lviv, or if it was fired from another location. Polish officials have not yet confirmed the exact trajectory of the object or whether there are any casualties or property damage in the immediate area.
The incident highlights the ongoing risks to neighbouring countries as Russian forces continue their aerial campaign against Ukrainian city centres. Poland, a member of the European Union and NATO, has previously expressed concern over military activity close to its eastern frontier.
In the coming days, observers will watch for the official results of the Polish investigation and any coordinated response from international allies.
This report draws on original reporting by Wire report.
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