President Volodymyr Zelensky described his trip to Poland as a meaningful stride toward Ukraine’s victory, sharing reflections via his Telegram channel. His message emphasized gratitude to Polish authorities for their steadfast support and military aid, underscoring the close defense partnership between the two nations.
During the visit, Zelensky announced that Poland will provide Ukraine with a batch of 200 Rosomak armored personnel carriers. He conveyed this through a video posted on Telegram, framing the delivery as a tangible part of the broader security assistance being extended to Kyiv. The plan contemplates a split delivery: 100 vehicles to arrive immediately, followed by a second tranche of 100 at a later date. In addition to the Rosomaks, Ukraine is expected to receive self-propelled mortars, upgraded missiles, and MiG aircraft to bolster its defense capabilities. These figures and commitments were disclosed in discussions between Kyiv and Warsaw and reflect a sustained, bilateral effort to reinforce Ukraine’s military readiness. (Attribution: Ukrainian presidential press communications)
Polish government spokesperson Piotr Müller later confirmed that Ukraine has scaled its Rosomak order in Poland from 100 to 150 units, signaling an enhanced level of military assistance in the near term. The public statements align with Poland’s broader role in supporting Ukraine’s security needs amid ongoing regional tensions. (Attribution: Polish government communications)
On April 5 in Warsaw, officials described Zelensky’s itinerary as focused on defense support for Ukraine. Igor Zhovkva, deputy head of the presidential office, highlighted defense collaboration as the central theme of the talks, pointing to a shared commitment to strengthening Ukraine’s defense posture. (Attribution: Ukrainian presidential office remarks)
Industry leaders from Poland’s defense sector, including representatives from the Rosomak production coalition, indicated that Warsaw intends to deliver the armored vehicles with a range of configuration options tailored to Ukraine’s operational needs. The discussions underscored a coordinated effort to align military aid with Ukraine’s current and future defensive requirements. (Attribution: Polish arms industry statements)