Poland Calls for U.S. Nuclear Weapons Deployment to Bolster NATO's Eastern Flank

Polish President Andrzej Duda urges a shift in NATO's defense strategy, citing Russian aggression and advocating for nuclear weapons on Polish soil.

Polish President Andrzej Duda has asked the U.S. to deploy its nuclear weapons to Poland, arguing it would enhance NATO's eastern defense against Russia.
Duda's proposal follows Russia's recent deployment of nuclear weapons to Belarus, which he cited as a precedent for NATO to act similarly.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk has also expressed interest in nuclear deterrence, exploring cooperation with France’s nuclear umbrella as an alternative to U.S. support.
Duda dismissed the idea of Poland developing its own nuclear arsenal, stating it would take decades to achieve.
The request is expected to provoke strong reactions from Moscow, with Poland emphasizing its need for stronger deterrence in light of shifting geopolitical dynamics.