It is in Poland’s interest for Ukraine to join NATO as soon as possible. It has a strong army with extensive experience, President Andrzej Duda said in an interview with the daily Bild.
According to the Polish president, such a decision will not be taken at the NATO summit in Vilnius.
We must wait for the end of the war
– he added, with the caveat that, unlike the German government, he wants to see Ukraine in a military alliance as soon as possible, although he understands the Germans’ fear of a NATO war with Russia.
This is not just Germany’s concern. This is a concern that exists in many countries
Duda said. “One should be aware that if Ukraine were to be admitted to NATO today, during the war, it would first demand the application of Article 5 (military assistance in the event of an attack).”
Then other allied countries should help defend Ukraine. Then there would be war
he said.
President Duda does not rule out the stationing of Polish troops in Ukraine in the event of a ceasefire with Russia, writes “Bild”.
It all depends on what the arrangements will be
said the Polish president. If Ukraine decides to hold peace talks with Russia and a “peace operation” with the participation of Western soldiers is decided, for example monitoring compliance with the ceasefire, Poland would participate, according to President Duda.
If this is NATO’s decision, we will abide by it as a responsible member of the alliance
he explained.
A new uprising in Russia after the mercenary uprising?
When asked about possible new uprisings in Russia after the mercenary uprising, he said: “Anything is possible. This is Russia.” There are several forces at stake.”
I think that opinions are also divided in Russia
– he said.
There is terror there. People not only die at the front, but also in mysterious accidents
– added.
Andrzej Duda said that in purely human terms, he felt sorry for ordinary soldiers who were sent to the front with poor equipment by Putin. But the Polish president makes it clear: “Russia attacked Ukraine for no reason. Russia just wants to conquer territory and subjugate Ukraine. We cannot allow this, it must be stopped.”
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Source: wPolityce