In an interview for the Today program, President Nawrocki noted that the Russian leader cannot be trusted, and Europe should do everything to support the US president in his efforts to end the war in Ukraine. In his opinion it is Donald Trump is the person who can “solve this problem” and end the conflict.
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Why does President Nawrocki consider Trump crucial in stopping Putin?
What incidents with Russian drones took place in Poland?
What support did Great Britain provide to Poland?
What does Nawrocki think about the relations between Europe and the United States?
The Polish President also referred to the events of September last year, when over 20 Russian drones violated Polish airspace from Belarus and Ukraine. He described the situation as “extraordinary”, emphasizing that no other NATO country had previously experienced a drone attack on such a scale. According to Nawrocki, in this way Russia is testing both Polish defense and the solidarity of the entire North Atlantic Alliance.
Russian drones and UK support
President Nawrocki also expressed gratitude to Great Britain for sending RAF Typhoon aircraft to support the protection of Polish borders after the drone incident. He recalled that since 2021, Poland has been in a state of hybrid war with Russia, facing not only drone attacks, but also widespread disinformation. He pointed out that The actions of the Russian “gray zone” are proof that “we live in dangerous times.”
RAF planes were sent to Poland in response to the violation of Polish airspace by Russian drones. The president emphasized that such support from allies is crucial for the country's security.
Relations with Donald Trump and the Greenland issue
The conversation also touched upon President Nawrocki's relationship with Donald Trump, especially in the context of the American leader's controversial statements regarding Greenland. The President of Poland emphasized that despite recent declarations of American officials, the United States remains the guarantor of security in Europe. In his opinion, Donald Trump's actions on behalf of Europeans “deserve support and great respect.”
Nawrocki also expressed concerns about the possible “separation” of Europe from the United States, emphasizing that such a scenario would serve neither the economic nor military security of the European Union. Referring to the issue of Greenland, the president stated that this issue should be resolved in dialogue between the Danish Prime Minister and the US President, as well as within NATO.
