Poland Requests US Nuclear Weapons Amid Russian Threats

Polish President Andrzej Duda has urged the U.S. to deploy nuclear weapons in Poland as a deterrent against potential Russian aggression, asserting that NATO's infrastructure should shift eastward from Germany. In a recent interview with the Financial Times, Duda discussed this proposal with U.S. special envoy Keith Kellogg, emphasizing the need for enhanced security given Russia's military posturing in Belarus and Kaliningrad. He argued that with NATO's expansion eastward in 1999, it is now time to relocate nuclear capabilities accordingly, stating it would be safer for those weapons to be stationed in Poland. Duda's request aligns with comments from Prime Minister Donald Tusk, who mentioned talks with France regarding a potential European nuclear umbrella. This appeal marks a continuation of Duda's previous discussions on nuclear deployment, reflecting growing concerns about Russia's intentions in the region. The U.S. has not indicated any plans to station nuclear arms in Eastern Europe, a move that could escalate tensions with Moscow.