Poland Imposes Temporary Airspace Restrictions After Third Night of Smuggling Balloons From Belarus
For a third night in a row, small balloons launched from Belarus entered Polish airspace, prompting the military to impose brief flight restrictions over Podlaskie province. Warsaw views the incursions as part of a Belarusian “hybrid” campaign that also fuels migration pressure and smuggling. The incident has business implications: airlines must prepare for snap reroutes, and cross-border freight now faces longer queues as border guards tighten checks. Companies with travellers or cargo on Poland’s eastern routes should update contingency plans.
Feb 3, 2026
