Poland President Karol Nawrocki has signalled support for developing nuclear defence capabilities, citing security concerns linked to Russia.
Speaking to Polsat, Nawrocki described himself as “a great supporter of Poland joining the nuclear project” and argued that the country should develop its security strategy “based on nuclear potential.”
He added: “This path, with respect for all international regulations, is the path we should take. … We must work towards this goal so that we can begin the work. We are a country right on the border of an armed conflict. The aggressive, imperial attitude of Russia toward Poland is well known.”
The remarks come as European leaders debate nuclear security amid uncertainty over support from the United States.
Key developments:
• Evika Siliņa, Prime Minister of Latvia, said nuclear deterrence could expand defence options.
• Friedrich Merz, Chancellor of Germany, confirmed discussions with France on a potential European nuclear deterrent.
• The remarks come as European leaders debate nuclear security amid uncertainty over support from the United States.
Asked how Moscow might react to a Polish nuclear weapons program, Nawrocki was dismissive: “Russia can react aggressively to anything,” he said.
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