Prime Minister Donald Tusk has addressed reports regarding potential shifts in American troop deployments, maintaining that the changes are logistical in nature and pose no risk to Poland’s security.
Assurances from Washington
Prime Minister Tusk stated that Poland had been anticipating updates from Washington regarding military presence in Europe for months. He emphasized that the information received from the American side does not indicate any weakening of Polish national security.
The Prime Minister confirmed he received personal assurances that the adjustments are purely logistical and will not directly impact deterrence capabilities or the ongoing cooperation between the two nations.
Maintaining Strategic Alliance
Tusk noted that he remains in constant contact with the US government, NATO leadership, and high-ranking Polish officials, including the Minister of National Defense. He highlighted that while the US is shifting focus to other global regions and expects Europe to take greater responsibility for its own defense, Poland continues to respond effectively to these expectations.
The Prime Minister reaffirmed that Poland remains one of the most stable and loyal allies of both the United States and other European nations. Government spokesperson Adam Szłapka added that the US presence in Poland is rotational, meaning adjustments in schedules do not necessarily equate to permanent troop reductions.
Border Security Status
The conference also addressed the protection of the eastern border. Prime Minister Tusk, Minister of the Interior Marcin Kierwiński, and Border Guard Commander Gen. Robert Bagan reported a significant decrease in illegal border crossings from Belarus.
Officials highlighted that nearly 3 billion PLN has been invested in border infrastructure. These efforts, combining physical and electronic barriers with close cooperation between the Border Guard, the military, and the police, have effectively minimized successful unauthorized entries.