Poland has been a key player in supporting Ukraine since the first day of the war. Without Poland, aid to Ukraine would not be possible. An estimated 95% of humanitarian assistance and military equipment passes through the logistics hub in Poland, a process that has been ongoing for three years. “We have forces protecting this process, and we thank the United States for its support. This is Poland’s role, and we need to develop it further—as a logistical security provider, not by sending troops to Ukraine. What we can do is send our companies,” said Polish Defense Minister Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz during a press conference.
Peace Negotiations and European Involvement
Peace negotiations aimed at ending the conflict in Ukraine have begun, with the United States emphasizing the need for greater European engagement. This raises the question: Will Polish soldiers be deployed to Ukraine?
“Donald Trump’s negotiations are just the first step. Some may see it as the final phase, but it is only the beginning. The outcome remains to be seen. We must remain strong and united. Poland has been doing a great deal to support Ukraine since the war began. Without Poland, there is no aid for Ukraine. The majority of humanitarian and military support passes through Poland, and we have been ensuring this for three years. Our role is to provide logistical support, not to send troops to Ukraine. What we can do is send our companies, including in joint ventures with the U.S., investing in the defense industry,” Kosiniak-Kamysz stated during a joint press conference with U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth.
He added that investments in Ukraine represent “a major guarantee of security.”
Polish-U.S. Defense Industry Cooperation?
Previously, Kosiniak-Kamysz had emphasized that arms purchases from “our strategic partner, the U.S., are an absolute priority.”
“Europe must demonstrate its contribution, and we are fulfilling our obligations. Poland is meeting its allied commitments,” the defense minister stated, thanking the U.S. for maintaining a military presence in Poland. He also underlined Poland’s interest in expanding cooperation between Polish and American defense companies.
“Our strategy is to be a transatlantic bridge connecting the U.S. with Europe. We are best prepared for this role and have the deepest understanding of U.S. operations. We want to establish a maintenance hub for military equipment used by allies on NATO’s eastern flank,” Kosiniak-Kamysz said. He added that Poland could serve as “an infrastructure and service hub” for military operations in the region.