Polish Navy floats first frigate under major modernization program
The frigate is scheduled to be delivered to the Polish Navy in 2029. Work on the second Miecznik-class frigate is ongoing.
A nuclear Poland? Logistics, political challenges ahead of potential Warsaw deal
“Poland’s history makes it very clear why they are concerned that the people they align with, and the people they rely on for protection from Russia, will abandon them,” Jon Wolfsthal, a former US government official now with the Federation of American Scientists, told Breaking Defense.
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Poland’s new East Shield plan mixes modern ISR with old-school physical barriers
Poland will spend $2.55 billion over the next four years to strengthen its borders with Belarus and Kaliningrad, under a new government plan.
Will Poland join Sky Shield? High-level clashes show political fight
“I accepted with satisfaction the assessment and opinion of the generals and Minister Siewiera that my efforts make sense for Poland to become part of many systems, which should ultimately create an iron dome as tight as possible over the Polish sky,” Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said.
Polish elections should bring changes, but expect defense spending to mostly continue
Analysts predict that a new government will keep deals under contract going, but programs that aren't fully signed may see cuts or pivots towards European-made products.