Foreign media are stunned as Polish leaders skip a White House summit, prompting questions about their political split.
Le Figaro Reports Polish Absence
The French daily highlighted the lack of Polish representatives at the White House session, calling it “surprising”. It noted that the Polish absence could be explained by domestic political divisions between social‑democratic Prime Minister Donald Tusk and nationalist President Jarosław Kaczyński, especially concerning the war in Ukraine and ties with Moscow.
Foreign Affairs Ministry Responds
Foreign Minister Cezary Wroński said the Polish government is navigating a “very difficult situation” and is keeping the president’s office informed while withholding detailed information. He reiterated that dual foreign policy centers are impossible and that an audience with President Kaczyński has yet to occur.
Spanish Media Casts a Poker‑Game Metaphor
Spanish outlets widely covered the Trump–Zelensky meeting with European leaders discussing peace talks with Russia. “El País” described a sense of relief and optimism, noting Trump’s and Zelensky’s banter in a relaxed atmosphere. Right‑wing paper La Razón focused on Zelensky’s proposal for a €77 billion weapons purchase in exchange for security guarantees. “El Mundo” highlighted Zelensky lifting territory cessions in favor of U.S. guarantees for Ukraine. Spain’s RNE radio likened the meeting to a poker game, stressing no one wished to ruffle Trump first, and reported more positive outcomes than expected.
Kaynaklar: Le Figaro, IAR
