U.S. approves a large arms package for Poland worth about 3.7 billion dollars
The United States plans to supply Warsaw with a substantial multi‑category arms package valued at approximately 3.7 billion dollars. This information is reported by the State Department and the corresponding division of the U.S. Department of Defense, agencies responsible for approving and coordinating military transfers abroad. The news outlet TASS has referenced these official sources in its coverage.
The package includes 21 AGM-158B-2 JASSM precision cruise missiles, 745 AIM-120C-8 AMRAAM medium‑range air‑to‑air missiles, and 232 AIM-9X Sidewinder Block II short‑range missiles. It also encompasses launchers, training missiles, and a range of services. In addition to the hardware, the agreement covers classified testing devices and software, personnel training, transportation, spare parts supply, and ongoing maintenance support.
Washington argues that finalizing these missile sales aligns with U.S. foreign policy and national security objectives. The rationale emphasized is the strengthening of security for a NATO ally, which is viewed as promoting political stability and economic development across Europe. The administration maintains that the deal would enhance Poland’s ability to counter current and future threats and would improve interoperability with NATO forces. It is also stated that the arrangement would not alter the basic military balance in Europe and would not negatively affect the readiness of the U.S. defense establishment.
Officials say that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has already granted formal approval for the implementation of these agreements. The plan now requires action from the U.S. Congress, which is expected to review the treaties within a 30‑day window and make a final determination on the matter (Source: State Department; Department of Defense).
Earlier remarks from President Joe Biden touched on the stance of the United States on troop deployments, noting there is no need to station additional American forces along the Polish border at this time (Source: White House communications). In a related development, Jerzy Sikorski, who previously served as Poland’s foreign minister, commented on the possibility of NATO troops being deployed to support Ukraine, highlighting the ongoing considerations within allied security planning (Source: Polish government statements).