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Polish proposals for European security and Ukraine

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Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski has advocated for increased European security autonomy and the integration of Ukraine into Western institutions. He proposed the creation of a ‘European Legion’, a voluntary force of seasoned professionals intended to serve as a ‘stronger European pillar within a stronger NATO’ rather than a replacement for it. Sikorski suggested this force could eventually incorporate Ukrainian veterans. Regarding Ukraine’s future, Sikorski stated that Poland would not block the country’s path to European Union membership, despite the expectation of demanding negotiations. He also reaffirmed support for Ukraine joining NATO, viewing membership as a practical security guarantee. Sikorski noted that while Ukraine requires European support, Europe also needs Ukraine to counter Russian imperialism, suggesting that post-war Ukraine could become a significant exporter of military technology and combat experience. More recently, Sikorski emphasized that Poland must be a key participant in future peace negotiations due to its strategic role as a logistics hub and its direct security interests. While maintaining that Poland will not block EU accession, he noted that economic integration and agricultural competition will present significant challenges. International support for Ukraine continues to expand, with the expand. European Commission announcing President Ursula von der Leyen announced the release of €3.3 billion for the purchase procurement of missiles and drones, bringing the EU’s total mobilized support this year to nearly €15 billion. Von der Leyen also proposed using remaining SAFE program resources to launch joint EU-Ukraine defense projects, such as a joint air and anti-missile defense system based on the Freya system. Additionally, the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation has approved an $8 billion investment package for allied nations, including funding for energy storage and telecommunications infrastructure in Ukraine.

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  1. 2026-09-17 22:27 UTC Polish proposals for European security and Ukraine
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  3. 2026-09-16 14:39 UTC Polish proposals for European security and Ukraine

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