This is a missile defense system for Europe. Russia was invited to participate in and monitor the installation but refused.

As for the poximity, our Alaskan border isn't that far away and like killerweed420 stated, for the superpowers of the world distance isn't really a factor anymore.

If ya think this is bad having this system in Poland just wait; with recent events in Georgia I'm sure countries like the Ukraine will be moving towards closer ties to the west. That'll really piss of the Kremlin.

Have a good one!:jointsmile: