Poland announces autumn maneuvers for Ukraine's allies

14.07.2026 12:01 HotInfo

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk announced that the first military exercises of the countries belonging to the so-called Coalition of the Willing will take place this autumn in Poland. Polish armed forces are to take part in the maneuvers together with French and British units. Onet Wiadomosci ↗

Tusk announced the plan after a meeting of the Coalition of the Willing in Paris, which brings together states supporting Ukraine in its defense against Russian aggression. According to the Polish prime minister, the joint decision on the exercises is important both from Poland's perspective and for broader support of Ukraine. The host of the first maneuvers will be Ukraine's western neighbor, which is among Kyiv's key supporters. teraz.sk ↗

The Polish prime minister also said he does not expect a peaceful resolution of the war by winter. Rather, he expects further escalation on Russia's part. Warsaw therefore considers coordination with its allies an important part of preparations for further developments in the region's security situation. Die Zeit ↗

Tusk also disclosed a figure regarding aid to Ukraine in the form of the Patriot system. According to his statement, it involves five missiles. Until now, the Polish government had avoided providing details. The expected autumn exercises are meant to be a further step in the practical cooperation of the countries supporting Ukraine's defense capabilities. Onet Wiadomosci ↗

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