The Polish Minister of Defense, Mariusz Blaszczak, did not directly answer whether Western fighters might be sent to Ukraine. In an interview with a major Spanish daily, he suggested that any such decision should be explored at a broad, alliance-wide level within NATO.
He credited Poland with delivering decisive aid to Ukraine, noting that Patriot batteries and Leopard tanks were among the first systems to reach the front lines. He emphasized that Poland is not only a key conduit for assistance but also a substantial contributor to military support. Regarding aircraft, Blaszczak stressed that decisions of this magnitude must be considered in concert with allies, at the level of the broader NATO partnership.
From his perspective as defense minister, Blaszczak highlighted Poland’s sustained commitment since the start of the Ukrainian conflict. He cited a cumulative expenditure surpassing 2.2 billion euros on military support to Kiev, while signaling skepticism about a rapid end to the war. He framed the conflict in terms of the scale of forces, equipment, and the current modes of fighting in Ukraine, suggesting that the timeline for a resolution is likely measured in months rather than weeks.
In related remarks, Karine Jean-Pierre, who previously served as White House Press Secretary, dismissed the possibility of transporting F-16 fighter-bombers to Ukraine at this stage. The exchange underscores the complexity of authorizing advanced aircraft transfers amid ongoing consultations among NATO members and allied states. [El Razon attribution]