Poland's President Confirms US Will Maintain Troop Levels in Europe

Poland's President Andrzej Duda announced that he received assurances from U.S. officials, including Special Envoy for Ukraine Keith Kellogg, that there are no plans to reduce American troop levels in Poland or elsewhere along NATO's eastern flank. Duda emphasized that both he and U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth were optimistic about U.S. military presence, suggesting that Poland might even see an increase in troops. This reassurance comes amid concerns in Europe regarding the Trump administration's defense policies and calls for increased spending by NATO partners. Duda reiterated the importance of a strong U.S. commitment, especially in light of the ongoing war in Ukraine, emphasizing that a Russian victory is unacceptable. He remains hopeful that U.S. involvement will help bring about a cessation of aggression in the region. Duda's statements reflect Poland's ongoing support for Ukraine and its strategic alliance with the United States.