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Poland’s security is my only priority, says PM Tusk

18.02.2025 10:35
The Polish prime minister on Tuesday morning, following Monday's meeting of European leaders in Paris, stressed that his decisions on Ukraine will be guided solely by national security, not public opinion or media pressure.
Polish PM Donald Tusk speaks to the media in Paris on February 17, 2025. European leaders gathered for an informal summit to discuss the situation in Ukraine and Europes security.
Polish PM Donald Tusk speaks to the media in Paris on February 17, 2025. European leaders gathered for an informal summit to discuss the situation in Ukraine and Europe's security. Photo: PAP/Paweł Supernak

Donald Tusk declared via social media that his decisions regarding Ukraine would not be influenced by polls or heated commentary. He emphasized that Poland's security is his sole priority, guiding both government actions and diplomatic efforts. Tusk stressed that these measures are being taken in coordination with Poland's allies and Ukraine.

On Monday afternoon in Paris, an informal security summit brought together several European leaders alongside Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk.

Participants included Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen, Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, Dutch Prime Minister Dick Schoof, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, as well as European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, European Council President Antonio Costa, and NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte.

During the summit, Prime Minister Tusk confirmed that European leaders agree on the need to strengthen Europe’s defense capabilities, including a significant increase in defense spending. He also emphasized that Europe remains committed to lasting peace in Ukraine and stated that while Poland does not plan to send troops, it will support countries that choose to do so.

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