Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz warned in an interview with the French paper "Le Figaro" that "Polish society feels the constant force of hybrid war" from Russia. The Minister of National Defence identified circumstantial threats facing Poland on the east border.
The head of the MON listed "strong migration force on the Polish-Belarusian border", "sabotage actions" and "navigation of GPS in the Baltic Sea". Kosiniak-Kamysz emphasized that disinformation is simply a "very powerful Russian weapon", which peculiarly attacks Polish-Ukrainian relations and is actively applied to Polish society.
Ready for each scenario
When asked about the objectives of Russian activities, the minister replied that "any script is possible". "At this historical minute we should be ready for everything, even for the armed conflict" - said Kosiniak-Kamish, highlighting uncertainty about Moscow's intentions.
"Poland is simply a key state in the supply of military aid to Ukraine, so it is the nonsubjective of aggressive intentions of the Russian Federation" - explained the minister. This key function in helping Ukraine makes Poland the center of Russian destabilisation activities.
Strengthening the Polish defence
The Minister announced that a decision would most likely be made in November to choice a supplier of submarines for the Polish Navy. The French offer he called "very serious", indicating possible cooperation with the French defence industry.
Kosiniak-Kamish praised the fast reaction of France after Russian drones entered Polish airspace. "French airmen arrived in Poland during the week" - stressed the Minister, expressing his gratitude for specified fast actions.
A call for a stronger Europe
However, the Deputy Prime Minister criticised the pace of European action. "Europe should wake up much faster" - warned the minister, pointing to the request for greater determination on defence issues.
"Expenditure and defence initiatives should be much stronger. present our flank is under attack, next day it could be France, Spain or Portugal. We must all realize that Russia is simply a real threat to Europe" - argued Kosiniak-Kamish.
Independent defence industry
The Minister stressed that "key" is the creation of an "independent defence industry" in the European Union. This strategical autonomy is intended to supply Europe with greater independency in safety matters and the ability to defend itself.
Kosiniak-Kamysz estimated that in the last six months there were "strong arguments for maintaining close cooperation and strong transatlantic ties with the United States". Poland sees its function as a bridge between continents.
Weimar Triangle as leadership
"We consider our function as a transatlantic partner, connecting and unifying the United States and Europe" - said the minister. He pointed to the possible of the Weimar Triangle consisting of France, Germany and Poland.
"I am convinced that the Weimar Triangle - France, Germany and Poland - can make leadership" on the European side, especially in the field of safety and defence industry," added Kosiniak-Kamish. erstwhile asked about possible U.S. support in case of "sudden military pressure", he replied that "there is no uncertainty that the United States would play a key role."
Sources used: "PAP" Note: This article has been edited with the aid of Artificial Intelligence.
