Polish Foreign Minister Warns of Russian Escalation and Calls for Stronger Security Measures

During a TV appearance, Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski reported that Prime Minister Donald Tusk conducted a “very solid, serious” meeting with top military and security officials. He warned that Russia is escalating its activities, prompting Poland to prepare a serious yet non-provocative response aimed at enhancing national security. Sikorski said the response could involve both border infrastructure and civilian protection, and hinted at forthcoming legal reforms, though details are premature.

He described Poland as operating in a “gray zone” of hybrid warfare, requiring clearer procedures. The minister also accused certain media outlets and politicians of facilitating Russian disinformation, calling it un-patriotic. Earlier remarks in Kyiv about swiftly defeating Russia if NATO were attacked have drawn criticism, including from Russian foreign ministry spokesperson Maria Zacharova.