Tusk calls on Europe to take decisive action against Russia's aggression!
Poland plans to invest 200 billion zloty in military and defense by 2026 to respond to Russian aggression.
Tusk calls on Europe to take decisive action against Russia's aggression!
Poland's Prime Minister Donald Tusk spoke today at the border with Belarus with a strong warning to European countries and the West. Tusk called for a decisive response to Russia's aggressive policy and stressed that trying to play "cat and mouse" with Vladimir Putin cannot guarantee security. This is particularly significant given Poland's growing concerns about the security situation in the region, caused by Russia's actions 112.ua reported.
As a historical parallel, Tusk used Poland's Solidarity movement to underline determination and cooperation in the face of modern challenges. He pointed out that Poland needs significant support from European security programs and announced investments worth 200 billion zloty by 2026. These funds will be used in particular to modernize the military and improve the country's defense capability.
Security situation and defense initiative
In his speech, Tusk also emphasized the importance of a fair distribution of resources within the defense initiative. Poland will fulfill its obligations to European partners and expects appropriate support from them. His statements reflect the urgent security needs arising from current developments. A robust and common defense approach could help strengthen security in Central and Eastern Europe.
Additionally, Tusk warned that Europe and Poland should prepare for a possible conflict with Russia by 2027. He announced this during a town hall meeting in Pabianice, saying that the next two years must be used to stabilize and ensure security in Poland. Referring to assessments by Alexus Grynkewich, the new NATO supreme commander, Tusk pointed out that a possible confrontation between Russia, China and NATO can be expected by 2027 World reports.
Western military experts' assessments vary regarding Russia's aggression against European states, with 2027 seen as the earliest deadline for possible conflict. In a contrasting verdict, Federal Defense Minister Boris Pistorius estimates that a conflict could not be possible until 2029. Nevertheless, the EU states are arming themselves and plan to be able to repel a Russian attack by 2030.
As Russia continues to expand its armed forces, it is shelving claims that it is interested in NATO territory. A sharp commentary in the Russian newspaper Komsomolskaya Pravda insinuates that NATO intends to attack Russia in 2027. These statements highlight the strained relations and uncertainty that prevails in Europe.