Polish PM says US and Europe should be more ‘decisive’ on Russia

WARSAW: Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk urged Western nations to display greater resolve in countering Russia's aggression during his address at the Warsaw Security Forum on Monday. Tusk emphasized that the current crisis represents a critical juncture for the entire Western world, including Europe and the United States, to demonstrate their commitment to containing Russia through more stringent measures, particularly in the realm of sanctions.

The prime minister, a staunch ally of Ukraine since the onset of Russia's full-scale invasion in 2022, has been actively delivering military and humanitarian assistance to its neighbor. Tusk's call for intensified sanctions came as he prepared for an upcoming summit aimed at persuading European partners to strengthen their stance against Russia.

Poland, a NATO and EU member country situated along Russia's western border, has consistently denounced Russian actions as acts of sabotage and hybrid warfare on Polish soil, allegations Moscow has adamantly denied. In a September statement, Tusk warned of potential hybrid drone and missile strikes against Ukraine's allies, including Warsaw, underscoring the severity of the situation.

The prime minister's remarks follow US President Donald Trump's announcement of an energy ceasefire between the warring nations, a move that has left Kyiv perplexed and Moscow silent. Tusk's address also touched upon historical parallels, recalling how Nazi propaganda once sought to portray Poland as complicit in German aggression, a tactic he believes echoes within Russia's current rhetoric.