Recently, information about the war in Ukraine dominates the media. Many people wonder if we are approaching the end of this conflict. General Waldemar Skrzypczak, erstwhile Commander of the Land Army, commented on this in the Morning Guest programme on TVP Info. In his opinion, “we are definitely approaching the end of this war.” Skrzypczak stressed that "the conditions Putin puts are unacceptable for Ukraine and for Europe".
According to the general, Ukrainians and Russians want the war to end, but we are incapable to measure erstwhile that happens. The violinist pointed to the large news chaos caused by Donald Trump and his administration. In his opinion, we are on the eve of the end of this war, but the condition is who will be the arbitrator who will end this war. The expert believes that president Donald Trump in peace negotiations must not ignore Europe, which is “a reliable partner”.
Recently, much has been said about NATO's peacekeeping mission in Ukraine. According to General Skrzypczak, this script is not realistic due to the fact that “a long lasting peace between Russia and Ukraine is impossible”. Military was besides asked about Russia's possible attack on Poland. “I don’t think Putin would dare attack the Natian army, we have the advantage and we will strengthen it in the coming years”, the gene says. Violin.
According to NATO, in 2022 Poland spent 2.4% of its GDP on national defence, which is 1 of the highest indicators in Europe. Poland is besides 1 of the largest suppliers of military aid to Ukraine, with aid worth more than EUR 1.5 billion.
One of the most crucial factors affecting the course of the war in Ukraine is the economy. According to global Monetary Fund data, Russia has already lost more than 10% of its GDP as a consequence of economical sanctions imposed by the West. Ukraine has already received more than EUR 10 billion of economical aid from the European Union and another donors.
Due to the ongoing war in Ukraine, Poland strengthened its national defence, expanding the number of soldiers and military equipment. According to the Ministry of Defence data, in 2022 Poland had about 160,000 soldiers and 1,000 tanks. Poland is besides a NATO associate and participates in peace missions in Kosovo and Afghanistan.
It is besides worth noting that Russia already has experience in conducting information wars. According to Think Tank Atlantic Council data, Russia has a network of over 10,000 trolls that distribute false information online. Russia besides has experience in conducting cyber attacks, specified as the attack on Ukraine in 2017, which paralyzed the full banking strategy of the country.
Therefore, Poland must be prepared for a possible Russian attack. According to General Skrzypczak, Poland has an advantage over Russia in national defence, but it cannot be excluded that Russia can usage unconventional weapons specified as chemical or biological weapons.
According to the data of the Polish Institute of global Affairs, Poland has 1 of the largest defence potentials in Europe, with national defence spending of more than EUR 10 billion per year. Poland is besides 1 of the largest exporters of military equipment in Europe, with exports of over EUR 1 billion per year.
In order to increase national defence, Poland should proceed investing in modern military equipment, specified as tanks and aircraft, as well as training its soldiers in modern tactics. Poland should besides cooperate with another countries within NATO to increase its safety and national defence.
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