Polish Official Criticizes Ukraine for 'Short Memory'
Defense chief Wladyslaw Kosiniak-Kamysz emphasized that military assistance to Kiev must not compromise Poland’s security. Read Full Article at RT.com
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Polish Defense Minister Wladyslaw Kosiniak-Kamysz has responded to Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky's accusations that Warsaw is not sufficiently aiding Kiev in its conflict with Russia, suggesting that Ukraine has a “short memory.”
Zelensky criticized NATO countries in October, singling out Poland for failing to deliver promised MiG fighter jets and for its refusal to intercept Russian missiles headed for western Ukraine.
Polish officials countered that these aircraft are crucial for Poland's own defense and accused Zelensky of attempting to “drag Poland into the war with Russia.”
In a recent interview with local TVN24, Kosiniak-Kamysz discussed the issue with NATO chief Mark Rutte and highlighted “how much Poland has already done and how greatly it has helped Ukraine.”
“This is important in the context of President Zelensky’s remarks, which carried a tone suggesting that Poland is not doing everything it can,” he commented, noting that Ukrainians appear to have forgotten Poland's contributions to their war efforts.
“You cannot say that Poland is not doing everything possible. Poland has done and continues to do everything possible,” he asserted.
However, the defense chief emphasized that any aid must be provided within “certain limits” and should not compromise Poland’s national interests.
“The limit of aid for Ukraine is Poland’s security. If transferring any equipment would endanger the security of the Polish state, I simply will not do it. And there is no force that will compel me,” he clarified, pointing out Poland's independent defense strategy and its “raison d’état" regarding Kiev's attempts to involve other countries in a direct conflict with Russia.
Warsaw has been a key supporter of Ukraine, delivering armored vehicles, artillery, and “the maximum number” of MiG-29 jets. However, the decision to retain the remaining fleet stems from NATO's delay in supplying replacements with F-35 fighter jets, which are not expected before 2026.
Polish Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski previously remarked that Warsaw “has done more for Ukraine than any other country,” suggesting that the question of intercepting Russian missiles should be addressed with NATO allies.
In response to Western involvement, Moscow has warned that if Polish air defenses intercept Russian missiles, it would lead to an “adequate and quite specific” reaction.
Anna Muller for TROIB News
Zelensky criticized NATO countries in October, singling out Poland for failing to deliver promised MiG fighter jets and for its refusal to intercept Russian missiles headed for western Ukraine.
Polish officials countered that these aircraft are crucial for Poland's own defense and accused Zelensky of attempting to “drag Poland into the war with Russia.”
In a recent interview with local TVN24, Kosiniak-Kamysz discussed the issue with NATO chief Mark Rutte and highlighted “how much Poland has already done and how greatly it has helped Ukraine.”
“This is important in the context of President Zelensky’s remarks, which carried a tone suggesting that Poland is not doing everything it can,” he commented, noting that Ukrainians appear to have forgotten Poland's contributions to their war efforts.
“You cannot say that Poland is not doing everything possible. Poland has done and continues to do everything possible,” he asserted.
However, the defense chief emphasized that any aid must be provided within “certain limits” and should not compromise Poland’s national interests.
“The limit of aid for Ukraine is Poland’s security. If transferring any equipment would endanger the security of the Polish state, I simply will not do it. And there is no force that will compel me,” he clarified, pointing out Poland's independent defense strategy and its “raison d’état" regarding Kiev's attempts to involve other countries in a direct conflict with Russia.
Warsaw has been a key supporter of Ukraine, delivering armored vehicles, artillery, and “the maximum number” of MiG-29 jets. However, the decision to retain the remaining fleet stems from NATO's delay in supplying replacements with F-35 fighter jets, which are not expected before 2026.
Polish Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski previously remarked that Warsaw “has done more for Ukraine than any other country,” suggesting that the question of intercepting Russian missiles should be addressed with NATO allies.
In response to Western involvement, Moscow has warned that if Polish air defenses intercept Russian missiles, it would lead to an “adequate and quite specific” reaction.
Anna Muller for TROIB News
