Poland’s Defense Minister, Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz, has ruled out sending Polish troops to Ukraine, stating that no country bordering Russia should take part in a potential stabilization mission.
Speaking to Polsat News, he warned that such a move could lead to dangerous provocations.
"Poland certainly does not and will not send troops to Ukraine," Kosiniak-Kamysz said, as cited by Interfax. "No country bordering Russia should participate in a potential stabilization mission in Ukraine, since it is easy to provoke a provocation."
Poland’s Other Priorities
While ruling out direct military involvement in Ukraine, the minister emphasized Poland’s strategic role as a logistical hub for international military aid. Poland has been a key transit point for weapons, ammunition, and supplies reaching Ukraine since the start of the war.
Kosiniak-Kamysz also highlighted Poland’s ongoing border security mission with Belarus, where about 6,000 Polish troops are currently deployed. He pointed to the persistent threat of hybrid warfare, including cyberattacks, disinformation campaigns, and migrant pressure tactics allegedly orchestrated by Minsk and Moscow.
The Polish government has repeatedly called for reinforcing NATO’s eastern flank, citing increased security risks from Russia and Belarus. Poland has significantly boosted its military spending, modernized its armed forces, and strengthened alliances within NATO to counter potential threats.
