President Andrzej Duda of Poland has reiterated his request for the United States to station nuclear weapons in Poland as a means to enhance the country’s security amid tensions with Russia. Speaking from the presidential palace in Warsaw, President Duda emphasized that such a move would bolster Poland’s defense capabilities in the face of what he perceives as a significant threat from President Putin’s Russia.
President Duda, who also serves as the commander-in-chief of the expanding Polish armed forces, expressed concerns over Russia’s aggressive actions, likening them to those of the former Soviet Union. He criticized what he described as Moscow’s pursuit of imperialistic goals.
The proposal to position US nuclear weapons in Poland is seen as a potential provocation by President Putin. However, President Duda views it as a necessary defensive measure aimed at enhancing deterrence. He justified the move as a response to Russia’s decision to deploy tactical nuclear weapons in Belarus, which shares borders with Poland and Ukraine.
President Duda also welcomed French President Emmanuel Macron’s suggestion to extend the French nuclear umbrella to other NATO states. In addition to the rotation of about 10,000 US troops through Poland, the presence of nuclear weapons is seen as a way to deepen American commitment to Polish security.
Emphasizing the importance of strengthening NATO infrastructure on Polish soil, President Duda highlighted the country’s significant defense spending, which exceeds that of any other NATO member, including the United States.
Recent remarks by Poland’s Prime Minister Donald Tusk underscored the growing concerns about changes in American geopolitics impacting the security of both Poland and Ukraine. Prime Minister Tusk called for increased defense spending and urged consideration of options related to nuclear weapons.
President Duda expressed confidence in the US president’s strategy to encourage Russia to act reasonably, particularly in light of the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. While refraining from criticism of President Trump, he condemned Russia’s actions more strongly and supported calls within the EU to utilize frozen Russian assets to support Ukraine’s defense and recovery efforts.
President Duda remains committed to upholding NATO’s mutual defense clause while advocating for measures to hold Russia accountable for its actions in Ukraine and provide essential support for the country’s reconstruction.
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