MiG-29 Fighter Jet Transfer: Nearly 12,000 Poles Say No
Poland and Ukraine remain in negotiations over exchanging MiG-29 fighter jets for drone and missile technologies, though public sentiment leans heavily against the deal as the government confirms no...
Poland and Ukraine remain in negotiations over exchanging MiG-29 fighter jets for drone and missile technologies, though public sentiment leans heavily against the deal as the government confirms no aircraft have been transferred yet.
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Public opposition to potential fighter jet deal
Poland and Ukraine are discussing the potential transfer of MiG-29 fighter jets in exchange for drone and missile technology. The issue returned to the spotlight following comments from Deputy Defense Minister Cezary Tomczyk, who confirmed that the current government has not yet provided these aircraft to Ukraine.
A survey conducted on June 17, 2026, revealed significant public resistance to the proposal. Out of 18,316 total votes, 11,924 respondents (65.10 percent) voted against the transfer, while 5,957 (32.52 percent) supported it, and 435 (2.37 percent) remained undecided.
Ongoing negotiations and historical context
Talks regarding the exchange have been active since late 2025. While Poland still possesses these aircraft, the government has long emphasized their gradual phase-out. Deputy Minister Tomczyk stated that further decisions depend on reaching an agreement on technological cooperation between Warsaw and Kyiv, specifically regarding drone and missile solutions.
The debate has previously caused political friction. In December of last year, the National Security Bureau reported that the President had not been properly informed about the fighter jet plans, a claim contested by government officials who maintained the matter had been addressed during security meetings.
Frontline developments in the Russia-Ukraine conflict
May was one of the least successful months for the Russian army in terms of territorial gains since autumn 2023. According to data from the DeepState group, Russian forces expanded their control in Ukraine by only 14 square kilometers last month, despite high levels of combat activity.
Ukrainian counterattacks are increasingly influencing the situation. Local forces are not only holding defensive positions but are also recapturing territory. After more than two years of sustained pressure, the frontline is no longer shifting exclusively in Moscow’s favor, and the Russian offensive has visibly slowed.