In fresh weeks the situation in Ukraine has become increasingly uncertain. U.S. president Donald Trump offers guarantees for Kiev, but British retired general Sir Richard Shirreff believes that these guarantees will have no value in the context of Ukraine's security. Shirreff claims that if Russia gets what it wants, it will declare victory, make an army and attack again.
USA and Europe's Security
General Shirreff stresses that the United States is no longer a reliable partner. The US voted together with Russia and North Korea against the European proposal in the UN General Assembly, condemning Russian aggression against Ukraine. This phenomenon has undermined the trust in the US among allies. Shirreff believes the North Atlantic Alliance in its present form, with the leadership of the US, is simply a past.
Europe must take care of safety on its own
The British claims that European states and Canada have no choice but to make their own safety potential, possibly based on NATO power. Gen. Shirreff stresses that Europe can boast developed capabilities for innovative military technologies. Money is the only problem, but fresh EU decisions show that Europe can find resources.
Sky Shield Initiative
Gen. Shirreff is 1 of the supporters of the Sky Shield initiative, a plan for European airspace protection in Ukraine, regardless of NATO. It is about the deployment of combat aircraft that would safe the airspace over Kiev and western Ukraine from Russian attacks utilizing rockets and drones. Shirreff believes that this would be a immense aid for Ukraine and a clear message sent to Trump that Europe is determined to aid Kiev.
Poland and Security
General Shirreff warns that Poland should realize better than anyone else the danger of Russian aggression. If Russia gets what it wants, it can besides attack the Baltic States or Poland. Therefore, Poland should be peculiarly curious in developing its own possible in the field of safety and cooperation with another European countries within NATO.
Current Data
According to data from 2022, defence spending in Poland amounted to 2.2% of GDP, which is 1 of the highest levels in Europe. The number of soldiers in the Polish army is besides around 160 thousand, which is 1 of the highest numbers in Europe. Despite these statistics, General Shirreff believes that Europe must be prepared for any anticipation and make its safety capabilities.
Conclusion
The conclusions of General Shirref's statements are clear: Europe must take care of its own safety and Poland should be peculiarly curious in developing its own safety potential. The Sky Shield initiative can be 1 of the solutions that will aid Europe to strengthen its security. However, the most crucial thing is that Europe is united and ready to cooperate in order to guarantee its security.
