Poland is reorganizing an existing military brigade to strengthen defenses along its border with Russia’s Kaliningrad region, near the strategically important Suwałki Gap, [RMF24](https://www.rmf24.pl/regiony/olsztyn/news-nowa-brygada-bedzie-czuwac-nad-obwodem-krolewieckim-wojsko-u,nIdn,1024326) reports.

The 4th Warmian-Masurian Territorial Defense Brigade is expected to become a Border Defense Brigade by the end of 2026, reaching operational readiness within two years. Its commander, Col. Cezary Kiszkowiak, said the unit will monitor the border, support border guards and prepare to assume military defense responsibilities. It will also oversee infrastructure under Poland’s East Shield program.

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