Poland ready for permanent French, British troop presence

Poland stands ready to host French and British troops on a permanent basis, according to Deputy Prime Minister and National Defense Minister Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz. This development aligns with NATO's broader strategy to bolster its eastern flank, with allied nations contributing to regional security. Kosiniak-Kamysz stated that as Poland assumes greater responsibility for the eastern flank, allied nations further from the front lines are expected to increase their presence within the country. The announcement follows Prime Minister Donald Tusk's recent declaration that Poland will host international coalition exercises this autumn, primarily involving French and British forces. These exercises aim to prepare the region for robust security guarantees for Ukraine and its neighbors. Tusk had previously informed allied leaders that Poland would provide logistical and financial support for the permanent stationing of not only American but also other allied European troops. Kosiniak-Kamysz emphasized that Poland already hosts various allied forces, including British, Croatian, Romanian, American, and Norwegian soldiers, and is prepared to welcome French and British units permanently. He reiterated that this increased allied presence is a strategic component of the North Atlantic Alliance's efforts to reinforce its eastern defenses. Poland is also actively pursuing the permanent stationing of U.S. troops, which would involve establishing a U.S. military base within the country. Currently, approximately 8,000 to 10,000 American soldiers are stationed in Poland on a rotational basis.

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Jeżeli my bierzemy większą odpowiedzialność za wschodnią flankę NATO, to ci, którzy są oddaleni od niej, przychodzą do Polski