Biden and Polish Leaders Discuss Ukraine Support and NATO Spending Amid Congressional Impasse
In a significant meeting at the White House, President Biden, Poland's President Duda, and Prime Minister Tusk address urgent defense and security concerns, including the deadlock over Ukraine aid in the U.S. Congress.
- President Biden hosted Poland's President Andrzej Duda and Prime Minister Donald Tusk to discuss bolstering defense spending and support for Ukraine amidst Russia's aggression.
- The meeting marked the 25th anniversary of Poland's NATO accession, highlighting Poland's call for NATO members to increase defense spending to 3% of GDP.
- The U.S. announced a $300 million military aid package for Ukraine, the first since December, amid a standoff in Congress over a larger aid package.
- Polish leaders met with U.S. lawmakers to advocate for the Senate-passed aid package for Ukraine, emphasizing the dire situation on the frontline.
- The discussions also touched on the upcoming NATO 75th Anniversary Summit and the U.S.'s commitment to the alliance, contrasting with former President Trump's stance.