Overview
- Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski criticized Elon Musk for suggesting Ukraine's frontline would collapse without Starlink, highlighting Poland's $50 million annual contribution to the service.
- Elon Musk dismissed Sikorski's comments, calling him a 'small man,' while U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio defended Starlink's critical role in Ukraine's defense.
- Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk urged respect among allies and announced a voluntary military training program for all adult Poles, modeled on Switzerland's system, to strengthen national defense.
- Poland plans to spend 4.7% of its GDP on defense in 2025 and is exploring withdrawing from international treaties banning certain weapons to enhance its military capabilities.
- Despite tensions with the U.S., Poland remains committed to NATO and is advocating for a stronger, self-reliant European defense system, including discussions on nuclear deterrence with France.