Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski stated that if Russia were to enter into a conflict with NATO, the Alliance would respond appropriately, including both defensive and offensive actions. He emphasized that NATO is primarily a defensive alliance and has no intention of initiating conflicts, unlike Russia.
Sikorski noted that Ukraine’s success in destroying 30–40% of Russia’s oil refining capacity has already created difficulties for Russia’s military logistics. At the same time, the minister highlighted NATO’s superiority in combat aviation, which could be utilized in the event of a threat from Russia.
He also noted that this refers to a “hypothetical situation” regarding a possible Russian attack on Poland or the Baltic states. Sikorski emphasized that NATO countries themselves do not seek conflict, as Russia is the aggressor in its relations with neighboring states such as Georgia and Ukraine.
Earlier, Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk expressed the view that in the coming months, Russia could launch drone or missile strikes against countries that support Ukraine, attempting to portray these attacks as accidental. According to him, intelligence reports suggest an intensification of Russian attacks.
Polish Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defense Vladyslav Kosiniak-Kamysh confirmed that support for Ukraine is vital to Poland’s national interests, despite existing historical disputes between the countries. He expressed concern that European countries often respond to threats individually, which could lead to systemic risks.
