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Poland opens terror probe into fire at factory supplying Ukraine drones
Al Jazeera • • world
Key Points:
- Poland has launched a terrorism investigation into a fire at the WB Electronics factory, which supplies drone parts to Ukraine and the Polish military, suspecting sabotage linked to foreign intelligence activities.
- The fire occurred shortly after midnight at the factory in Skarzysko-Kamienna, and firefighters took two hours to control the blaze; the Internal Security Agency is assisting with the confidential investigation.
- WB Electronics is a major private defense contractor producing drones, loitering munitions, and military communication systems, with its products actively used by Ukrainian forces.
- The probe aligns with broader concerns over Russian sabotage operations targeting European facilities supporting Ukraine, amid recent incidents including attempted assassinations and unexploded drones in Europe.
- Poland has been ramping up its security and military investments in response to the ongoing threat from Russia, highlighting the strategic importance of companies like WB Electronics.
